Olive Oils

Hay cosas que no necesitan presentación. El aceite de oliva es una de ellas.

Está en la cocina de nuestras casas desde siempre. En el pan con tomate, en las ensaladas de verano, en ese chorrito final que lo cambia todo. Pero también está en algo más difícil de explicar: en nuestra manera de comer, de compartir y de vivir lo cotidiano.

En Real Fábrica seleccionamos aceites que no solo saben bien, sino que cuentan de dónde vienen.

Olive oil is the natural juice of the olive. Despite its simplicity, there's a lot of difference within it.

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is the highest quality: it is obtained solely through mechanical processes and preserves its aromas and properties intact.

What differentiates one olive oil from another is:

• the olive variety
• the harvest time
• the extraction process
• the care of the producer

That's why, when you taste a truly good one, you can tell.

Spain is the largest olive oil producer in the world, but beyond that fact, the important thing is the diversity: each region has its character, each oil, its way of expressing it.

From the olive groves of Jaén to those of Tarragona or Madrid, olive oil is part of the landscape and life.

If you are interested in better understanding this journey, you can read our article on the origin of olive oil and its history in the Mediterranean.

Choosing an olive oil is, ultimately, choosing a flavor.

• Picual: intense and with character
• Arbequina: smooth and fruity
• Hojiblanca: balanced
• Cornicabra: more robust
• Empeltre: sweet and light

No one is better than another. There is one that is better for each moment.

A good oil is not just for special occasions.

It's for every day.

• On bread
• In salads
• For cooking
• To finish a dish

The better it is, the more simply you'll want to use it.

We work with small producers who care about every step. This means:

• limited productions
• respect for the natural rhythm
• attention to detail

In a fast-paced world, oil is still something made with time, and it shows.

• Oils of Spanish origin
• Selection of small producers
• Varieties with identity
• Careful processes
• Authentic flavor

And most importantly, because these are oils you'll actually use.

Good olive oil isn't hoarded: it's opened, shared, and enjoyed.

That's why we also care about how it's presented.

You can discover our oil tasting pack, designed to try different varieties and truly understand them.

If you are from Madrid (or just passing through), you can find them in our stores:

📍 Chueca — Calle Pérez Galdós, 3
📍 Barrio de las Letras — Calle Cervantes, 9

We would love to show them to you and help you choose.

What is the difference between olive oil and extra virgin olive oil?

Extra virgin olive oil is of higher quality: it is unrefined, has a better taste, and retains all its properties.

Which oil is best for cooking?

EVOO is very stable and can be used perfectly for cooking, although many prefer to save it for raw consumption.

How to choose a good olive oil?

Look at the variety, origin, and producer. And, if you can, taste it: flavor is what makes the difference.

Does olive oil expire?

It doesn't expire as such, but it loses qualities over time. Ideally, it should be consumed within a year of harvest.

What is the best oil to give as a gift?

One with personality. That's why tasting packs work especially well.