Nazareth Picual Cold Pressed: Bold [Harvest 2025]

500ml (16.9 fl oz) | Cold-pressed in steel drums

A bold, aromatic Picual olive oil from Nazareth, produced by Nassar Darawshi. Grown in his Galilean groves, this oil offers notes of fresh herbs and vibrant green fruit with a tangy finish — a rare variety thriving under Palestinian skies despite a dry season.

Aroma: Aromatic
Palate: Fresh herbs and bright green notes
Finish: Tangy
Best Uses: Perfect for bread dipping, drizzling over roasted vegetables, or adding a vibrant touch to your favorite dishes.

Store in a cool, dry place, shielded from direct sunlight or heat.

This product is available for pre-order only. Orders will ship between December 20th and January 12th.

Nassar Darawshi leads one of Nazareth’s most respected olive oil centers. A master of his craft, he and his family oversee every stage of production — from nurturing the groves to blending oils from diverse varieties like Suri, Nabali, and Picual. His work celebrates the depth of Palestinian terroir and the art of thoughtful cultivation, producing oils that speak of both heritage and innovation.

Farming Method: Organic practices, traditional methods, rain-fed, hand-picked.

Nestled near Nazareth in the Lower Galilee, Iksal lies between rolling green hills that have nurtured olive trees since ancient times. Archaeological traces from the Roman and Byzantine periods reveal the village’s long connection to agriculture and oil pressing. Families here continue the rhythm of harvests that began millennia ago — collecting olives by hand and pressing them within hours to preserve their bright, living character.

The air in Iksal still fills with the scent of new oil each autumn, a reminder of how deeply olives shape the land and community.

Art by: Aya Gazawi Faour — Co-Founder, Olive Odyssey

“The Picual bottle was drawn in October 2023, during a time of deep grief. In that darkness, I drew this woman, thinking of my mother, carrying the family name Gazawi but born in Akka, and her cousin, born in Gaza. Before the siege in the early 1990s, they would visit each other for months, inseparable in their laughter and love. This artwork is for them — two women, two cities, bound by longing, memory, and the ache of separation.”

Pairing Suggestions: Roasted vegetables, seafood, lentil soup, or tomato salads.

Serving Suggestion: Use raw to capture its green brightness, or drizzle generously over cooked dishes to add a punch of herbaceous freshness.

1. Rich in Antioxidants: Extra virgin olive oil is loaded with antioxidants, such as vitamin E and polyphenols, which help combat oxidative stress and protect cells from damage.
2. Heart Health: The monounsaturated fats in olive oil are known to support heart health by reducing bad cholesterol levels and lowering the risk of heart disease.
3. Anti-Inflammatory Properties: The anti-inflammatory compounds in olive oil can help alleviate inflammation throughout the body, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
4. Vitamin Boost: Besides vitamin E, olive oil also contains vitamin K, which is crucial for blood clotting and bone health.
5. Digestive Health: Olive oil can aid digestion by promoting the production of digestive enzymes and helping to regulate bowel movements, contributing to a healthy digestive system.