Olive Oil and Vinegar

An olive oil and vinegar gift set is the pantry gift that gets used up rather than pushed to the back of a cupboard. The two ingredients only work as a pair anyway: good oil without good vinegar makes a dull dressing, and good vinegar without good oil makes a harsh one.

What is in each olive oil and vinegar set

Why the pairing matters

Olive oil carries flavor and softens acid; vinegar cuts fat and lifts everything else in the dish. Get the ratio right, usually around three parts oil to one part vinegar, and a plain salad becomes worth eating. Our oil is pressed from California olives and bottled fresh rather than blended and stored, and the vinegars are barrel-aged at our mill in Worcester, Massachusetts. There is a good starting point in the perfect vinaigrette and more pairing ideas in artisan vinegar and olive oil pairings.

Choosing a set as a gift

Give the sampler if you do not know their taste, the essentials set if they cook most nights, and the entertainer set if they host. If you would rather they chose, there is a digital gift card. More options in gifts and gear, and further ideas in gourmet gifts for people who value craft.

Common questions

  • Does olive oil keep as long as vinegar? No. Vinegar lasts indefinitely; olive oil is best used within months of opening and should be kept away from heat and light.
  • Can I add a message? Gift options are available at checkout.
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