YummyLogy verdict
YummyLogy Approved
Premium6 pts
No flagged ingredients detected
Why this verdict?
Ingredients
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Extra Virgin Olive OilHighest-quality grade of olive oil, mechanically extracted without heat or solvents.
Quality signals tier: premium · score: 6
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Single-country origin (named)Single-country (or single-region) sourcing prevents the EU bulk-blend practice where oils from many producers and harvests are mixed before bottling.
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Cold pressed / cold extractedCold pressing keeps the oil below ~27°C, preserving polyphenols and avoiding the chemical solvents (hexane) used in industrial extraction.
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Extra virgin gradeExtra virgin is the highest IOC quality grade: <0.8% free acidity, no defects, mechanically extracted.
Quality signals tier: standard · score: 1
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Non-GMO (uncertified mention)Generic non-GMO claim without Non-GMO Project verification. Weaker signal but still indicative.
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Editor's overview
This 365 by Whole Foods Market extra virgin olive oil is a 100% Italian cold-pressed option that works well for cooking, drizzling over finished dishes, or dipping bread. The fruity flavor with a peppery finish makes it versatile enough for everyday kitchen use, and it carries kosher and non-GMO verified certifications for those seeking these attributes.