Hermus - Arbequina
Hermus - Arbequina
Silky smooth, fruity extra virgin olive oil from 100% Arbequina olives from Manisa, with 465 mg/kg polyphenols and aromas of green banana and almond. Multi-award winning, perfect for those seeking a smooth, elegant olive oil.
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Polyfenolen: 465 mg/kg (supermarktolijfolie bevat doorgaans 50-150)
Zuurgraad: 0.11% (maximaal toegestaan voor EVOO: 0,8%)
Meet the Arbequina from Hermus: a silky olive oil that excels in elegance and fruity aromas. This early harvest from September 2025 comes from our own groves in Köprübaşı, Manisa. With a striking green colour and an ultra-low acidity of less than 0.1%, this is olive oil in its purest and healthiest form.
The Arbequina is known for its harmonious and approachable character. On the nose you get a rich burst of green banana, almond, tomato and freshly cut grass. The taste is smooth and refined with a pleasant kick on the finish. It is the perfect choice for connoisseurs who love a fruity, smooth olive oil with no negative defects.
Key characteristics:
- Harvest: September 2025 (early harvest, hand-picked)
- Profile: Fruity, mild and aromatic.
- Awards: Athena IOOC “Best of Turkey”, Anatolian IOOC “Best in Class” & Gold, Olive Japan Gold, Canada IOOC Gold.
- Quality: Cold pressed, filtered, 100% natural.
- Use: Excellent for salads, breakfast, cold dishes or as a healthy daily shot.
- Packaging: Award-winning 500 ml design bottle.
Harvest details
Harvest details
- Harvest Date:October 2025
- Country / Region:Manisa/ Turkey
- Olives:Arbequina
- Intensity:5/10
Tasting notes
Tasting notes
Arbequina is a smooth and elegant extra virgin olive oil with a soft, fruity character and a silky mouthfeel. It opens with delicate aromas of green apple, banana, almond and fresh tomato leaf. The flavor is gently peppery with a light bitterness, perfectly balanced and never overpowering. A fresh, refined oil with a clean finish and subtle green herbal notes.
Great with...
Great with...
Arbequina is ideal for delicate and everyday use, such as fresh salads, grilled vegetables and light fish dishes. It also works beautifully as a finishing oil over chicken, pasta or roasted potatoes. Perfect for breakfast dishes like toast, avocado or mild cheeses. A versatile olive oil that enhances food without dominating it.
Awards
Awards
🥇 Gold & Top Awards
- EVO IOOC → Gold (x2)
- TERRAOLIVO → Gold (x2)
- London IOOC → Gold
- OLIVINUS IOOC → Gold (x3)
- Anatolia IOOC → Best in Class (x2)+ Gold (x2)
- Olive Japan → Gold
- Japan Olive Oil Prize → Gold (x2)
- Canada IOOC → Gold (x2)
- Berlin OOC → Gold + Platinum
- NYIOOC 2024 → Gold
- Masters of Olive Oil Monte Carlo → Gold
- OLIVINUS 2024 → Gran Prestigio Oro(very high tier)
🥈 Silver
- EVO IOOC → Silver
- Olive Japan → Silver
- Los Angeles IOOC → Silver
🥉 Bronze
- Los Angeles IOOC → Bronze (x2)
- LA 2024 → Bronze
🏆 Special
- OLIVINUS → Top 20
- OLIVINUS Niños → Children’s Choice (x2)
Producer
Producer
Hermus is a premium olive oil brand from Manisa (Köprübaşı, Turkey), born from an ambitious agricultural project that started with one tree and grew into over 3000 hectares of olive groves. Using modern cultivation techniques, early harvesting, and cold pressing, Hermus produces top-quality extra virgin olive oil, recognized with international awards.
Delivery & returns
Delivery & returns
- Delivery within 1–4 business days.
- Netherlands: free shipping from €70 (otherwise €6.99).
- Belgium & Germany: shipping costs €8.45, free from €85.
Deel
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Hermus
Hermus produceert extra vierge olijfolie in Köprübaşı, Manisa — het hart van de Turkse Eğee. De vroeg geoogste, handgeplukte Ayvalık-, Memecik- en Arbequina-olijven worden dezelfde dag koud geperst, met een ultra-lage zuurgraad als resultaat. Hermus won goud bij onder meer NYIOOC New York, Olive Japan en London IOOC, en staat in de Taste Atlas Top 100 van beste olijfoliën ter wereld.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best olive oil to buy?
The best olive oil to buy is an extra virgin olive oil from a single harvest, with a known harvest date and an independent lab result. Pay attention to polyphenol content, acidity (below 0.8%), and origin. At Olijfolie Markt, you will find only award-winning oils, directly from Italian producers — from delicate to robust.
What is polyphenol-rich olive oil and why is it healthy?
Polyphenol-rich olive oil is extra virgin olive oil with a high content of natural antioxidants (polyphenols). According to the EU, olive oil may officially be called "polyphenol-rich" from 250 mg/kg; supermarket olive oil typically contains only 50-150 mg/kg. Polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress. View our high intensity olive oils with 500+ mg/kg.
Is an olive oil shot every morning healthy?
A daily olive oil shot—one tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil on an empty stomach—is a simple way to get polyphenols and healthy monounsaturated fats. For this, choose a polyphenol-rich, robust oil: the more peppery the finish, the more antioxidants. Our robust oils are most suitable for this.
How many polyphenols should good olive oil contain?
Good extra virgin olive oil contains at least 250 mg/kg of polyphenols — the EU threshold for the designation "rich in polyphenols". Premium oils reach 300–500 mg/kg, and exceptional harvests such as our Coratina exceed 700 mg/kg. In comparison, regular supermarket oil often only contains 50–150 mg/kg. You can find each lab result on our product pages.
Is extra virgin olive oil healthy?
Yes, extra virgin olive oil is among the healthiest fats available. It is rich in monounsaturated fatty acids and polyphenols, which contribute to a healthy heart and healthy blood lipid levels. It is a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet. Important: choose unrefined, cold-pressed oil from a recent harvest — that way, the nutrients are maximally preserved.
Can you bake with extra virgin olive oil?
Yes, baking with extra virgin olive oil is perfectly fine. Its smoke point (around 190–210°C) is above normal baking and frying temperatures, and the polyphenols actually make the oil more stable when heated than many other vegetable oils. For daily cooking, a medium oil is ideal; save your robust top oil for cold applications.
What is the best Italian olive oil?
The best Italian olive oils come from small producers who press within hours of harvesting — from regions such as Puglia, Umbria, Abruzzo, and Sicily. Think of single-cultivar oils from Coratina or Ogliarola olives, awarded by guides like Bibenda and Flos Olei. Our range exclusively consists of these types of award-winning Italian oils.
How can I contact you?
You can reach us by email at info@olijfoliemarkt.nl or via WhatsApp (icon bottom right). We are always ready to help you with your questions and advice.
Do you offer gifts or gift wrapping?
Yes, we offer beautiful gift packaging for our premium olive oils. Perfect for a luxury gift for friends, family or business relations.
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
At Olijfoliemarkt.nl, we proudly offer the highest quality extra virgin olive oil. This means olive oil from the first (cold) pressing, unrefined and untreated. Our oils are carefully selected and often produced by traditional family businesses in olive oil regions such as Spain, Italy, Greece, and Turkey. This ensures you receive olive oil with excellent nutritional value, clear origin, and an authentic, rich taste.