Get The First Press of the Season.
Get The First Press of the Season.
The Only Early Harvest from Palestine
Early harvest is when flavor, nutrition, and craftsmanship meet. Picked young and pressed within hours, these olives yield a smaller quantity but far greater quality, richer in antioxidants, lower in acidity, and bursting with green, peppery notes. It’s a taste of Palestine at its peak.
We have partnered with a few farmers to make the FIRST & ONLY early harvest Palestinian extra virgin olive oil.
![Burin Early Harvest Nabali Cold Pressed: Fresh [Harvest 2025]](http://oliveodyssey.com/cdn/shop/files/BurinSIDE.jpg?v=1760618485)
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What Makes Early Harvest Special
Higher Polyphenol Content
Early harvest olive oil is rich in polyphenols like oleocanthal and oleuropein, powerful antioxidants that give it its peppery bite while supporting heart health, reducing inflammation, and protecting cells from oxidative stress.
Better Stability and Shelf Life
Rich in antioxidants, early harvest olive oil resists oxidation and spoilage, preserving its flavor and nutrients longer. Though the yield is smaller, farmers create an oil that stays vibrant and fresh when properly stored.
Lower Acidity = Higher Quality
Early-picked olives pressed immediately produce oil with lower acidity, a key sign of premium extra virgin quality. It reflects healthy fruit, rapid processing, and meticulous care from grove to press, ensuring purity and excellence.
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A Closer Look at the Bottles
Suri: Nazareth
Native to Palestine. Fruity, herbal, perfectly balanced.
A timeless variety from the hills around Nazareth.
Coratina: Nazareth
Bold and spicy, with a sharp, peppery finish.
Italian roots, Palestinian soil — strength and character.
Rumi: Jenin
Ancient and earthy.
Pressed from centuries-old trees that have seen countless harvests.
Rumi: Burin
Smooth with a touch of bitterness.From a village known for its resilience and beauty.
FAQs
Early harvest refers to olives picked at the very start of the season, while they’re still green and full of nutrients. They produce less oil but with far higher quality, flavor, and health benefits.
Because green olives yield significantly less oil and require more careful handling. Farmers press them immediately after picking, resulting in a smaller batch of superior oil.
Early harvest oils have a bold, peppery, and slightly bitter flavor that reflects high polyphenol content. It’s the taste of freshness and intensity that food lovers and chefs prize most.
Yes. It’s richer in polyphenols and vitamin E, both powerful antioxidants known for supporting heart health, reducing inflammation, and protecting cells from oxidative stress.
Absolutely. It’s perfect for finishing dishes, salads, dips, and even gentle sautéing. Many prefer to enjoy it raw to fully experience its vibrant, green flavor.
Each early harvest lasts only a few weeks, and the yield from green olives is low. Once these bottles sell out, they won’t return until the next harvest season.
Regular EVOO comes from ripe olives that produce more oil but milder taste and lower antioxidants. Early harvest captures the season’s first press.