Jerusalem's Cold Pressed Extracted Olive Oil - Full Bodied and Aromatic [2024 Harvest]

Jerusalem Premium Olive Oil - 2024 Harvest 

500ML (16.9 FL OZ) | Centrifugal Extraction | Cold-Pressed

From historic family lands encircling Jerusalem comes an olive oil steeped in five centuries of heritage. Each bottle represents a legacy of cultivation, where trees planted by generations of the Hussein family continue to yield exceptional fruit, processed through modern centrifugal extraction to preserve their ancestral character.

This year's harvest marks an exciting evolution in production capability. Thanks to the overwhelming support from our community, expanded staffing both in the groves and production center has allowed for enhanced attention to detail at every step, resulting in both increased yield and elevated quality.

This season's pressing showcases the culmination of expanded resources meeting centuries-old expertise: expect a full-bodied oil that carries the essence of Jerusalem's terroir, where each drop tells the story of land cultivated by the same family for over 500 years.

Tasting Notes:

• Aroma: Rich and complex with historical depth

• Palate: Full-bodied with elegant complexity

• Finish: Aromatic, lasting impression of heritage

Perfect Pairings:

• As a finishing oil for garden-fresh tomato salads

• Drizzled over roasted and grilled vegetables

• Perfect for enhancing broiled fish dishes

• Ideal for traditional Jerusalem cuisine

• Essential for dishes celebrating Mediterranean flavors

Storage: Keep in a cool, dark place to maintain its rich characteristics. 

This heritage-rich oil represents the enduring legacy of Palestinian olive cultivation, where centuries of family tradition meet modern production excellence.

Farmer: Bajis Hussein (read about him below 👇)

Ayda Saadah tends her groves in Bido village, just outside Jerusalem. Her work follows the rhythm of the land, pruning, caring, and harvesting when the season allows. Like many farmers in the area, access to the land is not always guaranteed, yet the relationship to these trees continues. For Ayda, olive farming is both a livelihood and a responsibility carried across generations.

The hills around Jerusalem are marked by stone terraces, dry summers, and cool winter rains, conditions that shape the character of the olive trees that grow here. Bido village sits among these hills, where olive cultivation has long been central to daily life.

The Nabali variety thrives in this terrain. Known for its delicate fruitiness and layered profile, it produces oils that are both soft and complex.

The design features a tatreez motif of an olive branch, a very important symbol in Palestinian visual language. Traditionally hand-stitched onto garments, tatreez patterns carry stories of land, place, and identity. Here, the motif is translated onto the bottle, connecting the act of cultivation with the act of making.

This Jerusalem Nabali oil is subtle, layered, and versatile.

Best enjoyed with:
Fresh bread and za'atar
Tomato and cucumber salads
Labneh or hummus
Steamed or roasted vegetables
Grilled meats or fish
Simple lentil dishes

1. Rich in Antioxidants – Extra virgin olive oil is packed with polyphenols and vitamin E, which help combat oxidative stress and protect cells from damage.
2. Heart Health – Regular consumption of EVOO is linked to lower levels of LDL cholesterol and improved cardiovascular health, thanks to its high content of monounsaturated fats.
3. Anti-Inflammatory Properties – Oleocanthal, a compound found in EVOO, has anti-inflammatory effects similar to ibuprofen, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases.
4. Vitamin Boost – EVOO is a good source of vitamins E and K, essential for skin health and blood clotting, respectively.
5. Digestive Health – Olive oil can aid in digestion by stimulating the digestive tract, promoting smoother digestion and potentially reducing the risk of gallstones.