Native & Adopted

This bundle pairs two oils that share Palestinian soil but come from very different roots. The Burqa Rumi is a native cultivar — herbaceous, peppery, and shaped by centuries in highland limestone. The Nazareth Coratina is an Italian variety that found a second home in the Galilee — bold, earthy, and deeply bitter with a spicy finish.

One carries generations of tradition. The other proves that Palestinian terroir can transform anything planted in it. Together, they show how wide Palestinian olive oil really stretches.

Includes: 1 × Burqa Rumi Cold Pressed 750 ml 25.4 fl oz 1 × Nazareth Early Harvest Coratina Cold Pressed 500 ml 16.9 fl oz

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

Palestinian olive oil is often treated as one thing. It's not. The variety, the village, the soil, the harvest timing; all of it shapes the final oil.

Rumi is one of Palestine's oldest native cultivars. It grows deep in the hills of Burqa, producing an oil that's structured, herbaceous, and balanced with a steady peppery warmth. Coratina is Italian by origin but thrives in the fields around Nazareth, where it produces an oil that's raw, earthy, and intensely bitter: a completely different expression from the same land.

Sameer and his family farm Rumi groves in Burqa, northwest of Nablus. Nassar Darawshi leads one of Nazareth's most respected olive oil operations from the village of Iksal in the Lower Galilee. Both work by hand, both press shortly after harvest, and both let the oil speak for itself. Two farmers, two traditions, one land that shapes them both.

Tasting the difference between a native Palestinian cultivar and an adopted one grown in the same soil
Using the Rumi for finishing grilled meats and labneh, and the Coratina raw over salads and hummus
Anyone curious about the range of Palestinian olive oil beyond a single style
Gifting a pairing that tells a bigger story about the land

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.