About Our Oil
At Elaios, we believe that true quality is born from patience, tradition, and humility. Our extra virgin olive oil comes from a single estate in the Kalamata region of the Peloponnese, where a modest family of farmers tends to their Koroneiki olive trees with the same care and devotion their forebears have shown for generations.
Born from patience, tradition, and humility.
Theirs is a quiet life of dawns and dusks, of pruning and pressing, of honoring tradition without the noise of modern mechanization. They work closely with the land, guided by seasons and intuition rather than industrial schedules.
Picked early for their brightness and vibrance, the olives are cold-pressed within hours to preserve their most exquisite flavors and aromas. What emerges is not merely oil, but a living testament to terroir and time—golden-green in hue, bold yet balanced, with a gentle peppery finish that lingers like a whispered secret.
Each bottle of Elaios tells a story: of soil warmed by the Mediterranean sun, of hands that know the rhythm of the harvest, and of a commitment to purity and authenticity. We do not blend or dilute. We do not chase trends or shortcuts. We offer only what the land provides—unfiltered, unadulterated, and unforgettable.
When you pour Elaios, you are not simply adding oil to a dish. You are participating in a ritual older than writing, a ritual of taste, care, and kinship. You are honoring the farmer who rose before dawn, the trees that have weathered centuries, and the traditions that bind past to present.
This is not just olive oil.
This is Elaios.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is your olive oil kosher? Does it need kosher certification?
Pure extra virgin olive oil is a single, natural product — just cold-pressed olives, with nothing added — so it has no inherent kosher concerns. Major kosher agencies note that extra virgin olive oil does not require kosher certification, unlike refined, “pure,” light, or pomace olive oils. Elaios is 100% extra virgin Koroneiki olive oil and nothing else.
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What makes Elaios extra virgin olive oil special?
Elaios is single-estate, single-harvest oil pressed from 100% Koroneiki olives, picked early and cold-pressed within hours of harvest. It is never blended or diluted — just pure extra virgin olive oil from one family estate.
Where does your olive oil come from?
From a single family-owned estate in the Kalamata region of the Peloponnese, Greece, where the olives are grown and pressed. Elaios is a Greek olive oil company based in Queens, New York.
Is the oil cold-pressed?
Yes. The Koroneiki olives are cold-pressed within hours of harvest and the oil is left unfiltered, preserving its fresh, grassy aroma and balanced peppery finish.
Is your olive oil unfiltered?
Yes. Elaios is left unfiltered, so it keeps the natural micro-particles of olive that carry much of its aroma, flavor, and antioxidants. A little natural haze or sediment is a sign of a fresh, minimally-processed extra virgin olive oil — not a flaw.
What do 'single-estate' and 'single-harvest' mean?
Every bottle comes from one family-owned estate and one harvest — never blended with oil from other farms, regions, or seasons. That makes it fully traceable, and it's why the flavor stays true to its origin in the Kalamata region of the Peloponnese.
Is Elaios high in polyphenols?
Polyphenols are the natural antioxidants behind extra virgin olive oil's peppery 'kick' and much of its reputation. Koroneiki is one of the world's highest-polyphenol olive varieties, and early-harvest, unfiltered oils like ours hold on to more of those natural antioxidants — which you can taste in the lively, peppery finish.
What are the benefits of extra virgin olive oil?
Extra virgin olive oil is a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, valued for its monounsaturated fats and natural antioxidants. Choosing a fresh, unfiltered, cold-pressed Greek EVOO like Elaios means more of those natural compounds — and far better flavor — than refined or heavily-processed oils.
What sizes and prices do you offer?
Our retail bottle is the 100% Pure Extra Virgin Olive Oil in 750ml for $40. Larger volumes are available through wholesale in 17.5L food-grade stainless steel drums.
Do you deliver in NYC and ship across the US?
Yes. We offer free local delivery in Queens, New York, and ship across the United States with live carrier rates calculated at checkout.
How do I place an order?
Add the bottle to your cart and check out securely on our site. You'll enter your delivery address, choose a shipping option, and pay — all in a few steps.
What payment methods do you accept?
Payments are processed securely by Square. You can pay by credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Cash App Pay. We never store your card details.
How should I store olive oil to keep it fresh?
Keep it tightly sealed in a cool, dark place away from heat and direct light, which helps preserve its fresh flavor and aroma.
Do you offer wholesale for restaurants and retailers?
Yes. We supply restaurants, specialty grocers, and distributors with single-estate Koroneiki olive oil in 17.5L drums, with volume pricing and samples for qualified buyers. Visit our wholesale page or email us.
How can I get in touch?
Email us at elaiosoliveoil@gmail.com or use the contact form on our site. We're happy to help with orders, wholesale, or any questions.
Can you cook and fry with extra virgin olive oil?
Yes — the idea that you can't cook with extra virgin olive oil is a persistent myth. It holds up well at everyday cooking temperatures, from sautéing to pan-frying, and its natural antioxidants help protect it during heating. That said, an early-harvest oil like Elaios shines brightest where you can actually taste it — finished over vegetables, salads, warm bread, or grilled fish.
Why is my olive oil cloudy? Is sediment at the bottom normal?
Completely normal — nothing is wrong with your oil. A little haze or fine sediment at the bottom of the bottle is simply tiny olive particles settling over time, and the oil may also cloud or thicken if it gets cold. Give the bottle a gentle shake before pouring and let it return to room temperature; the flavor is unaffected.
What is a harvest date, and why does it matter for olive oil?
A harvest date tells you when the olives were actually picked — a far more honest measure of freshness than a vague best-by date. Olive oil is essentially fresh fruit juice, and it tastes best in the first year or two after harvest. Because Elaios comes from a single harvest, every bottle reflects one specific picking in Kalamata, pressed within hours of leaving the tree.
Is olive oil gluten-free, vegan, and keto-friendly?
Yes to all three. Extra virgin olive oil is a single-ingredient food — nothing but pressed olives — so it is naturally gluten-free and vegan. With zero carbohydrates and a fat profile rich in monounsaturated fats, it's also a staple of keto and low-carb kitchens.
Do you offer gift options?
A 750ml bottle of Elaios makes a wonderful gift — single-estate olive oil is the kind of small luxury people rarely buy for themselves. We don't currently offer gift wrapping, but every bottle arrives carefully packaged and ready to give. Since we ship across the US, you can also send it straight to the recipient's address at checkout.