Early Harvest Bazariya - Exquisite and balance flavor [2024 Harvest]

 

Bazariya Early Harvest Premium Olive Oil - 2024 Harvest 

500ML (16.9 FL OZ) | Stone-Milled | Cold-Pressed

From the terraced groves of Bazariya comes a special early harvest edition that captures the intense character of young Suri olives. Each bottle represents the first pressing of the season, processed through traditional millstones within six hours of hand-picking, ensuring exceptional freshness and potency.

This year's early harvest brings an elevated experience of Bazariya's signature style. Collected weeks before the traditional harvest time, these young olives yield less oil but deliver intensified flavors and enhanced health benefits, demonstrating our commitment to exploring the full potential of Palestinian olive oil production.

The 2024 early vintage presents an amplified expression of Bazariya's character: expect an extraordinarily bold, aromatic experience with pronounced green notes and an unmistakable vitality that only young olives can provide.

Tasting Notes:

- Aroma: Intensely green with vibrant earthy undertones

- Palate: Bold fruitiness with youthful intensity

- Finish: Pronounced, energetic pepperiness that awakens the palate

Perfect Pairings:

- As a premium finishing oil to preserve its dynamic character

- Drizzled over fresh buffalo mozzarella or burrata

- Perfect for enhancing raw vegetable dishes

- Special addition to fresh-baked artisanal breads

- Ideal for dishes celebrating pure olive oil flavor

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

This early harvest stone-milled treasure represents the pinnacle of Palestinian olive oil craftsmanship, capturing the most intense expression of Bazariya's distinctive terroir.

Farmer: Abed Oudi (read about him below 👇)

Abed has lived his entire life in Bazariya, where he and his family built a small production center to press oil from their own groves. It is one of the few remaining places in Palestine that still uses ancient millstones. Over time, it has become a local hub where farmers from the surrounding hills come to craft their oil.

Driven by patience and pride, Abed learned to nurture every olive tree by hand. His first press was a moment of triumph — a dream turned into a lifelong craft. For him, the rhythm of village life follows the harvest, and the scent of fresh olives defines home.

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

Nestled in the northern hills of Palestine, Bazariya lies northwest of Nablus, perched among valleys and gentle slopes that have carried olive trees for centuries. The village traces its roots back to the Byzantine era, its soil layered with traces of every civilization that passed — Ottoman, British, Jordanian, and now under occupation.

Generations here have shaped a culture tied deeply to the land. Olive trees mark the rhythm of life — their branches stand through seasons of challenge, their fruits pressed into the golden oil that has sustained families for hundreds of years. From these groves comes an olive oil that captures the endurance and quiet pride of this small northern village.

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

Concept: The bottle design features a net-like silhouette of a dried cactus — a prickly pear form often seen in Aya’s work. Bazariya, like this cactus, continues to live and bear fruit through harsh seasons and adversity. The pattern honors the strength of this land and the people who keep it alive.

Pairing suggestions: Palestinian Zaatar, fresh bread, roasted vegetables, or our Early Harvest Burin for contrast.

Serving Suggestion: Drizzle over warm roasted carrots, toss through salad greens, or finish grilled dishes to bring out its greeny, tangy notes.

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.