THE PERFECT TOOL FOR EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL TASTING ACCORDING TO INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS.
The Official Olive Oil Tasting Glass – Cobalt Blue is the essential instrument for authentic extra virgin olive oil evaluation. Specifically designed for organoleptic analysis, it allows tasters to identify both the nuanced aromas and potential defects of olive oil with precision and consistency.
This glass is manufactured in strict compliance with the International Olive Council standard IOOC/T.20/Doc.n.15/Rev.1, making it the same vessel used in professional tastings and competitions worldwide. Its distinctive cobalt blue colour conceals the oil’s hue, ensuring that judgments are based solely on aroma and flavour — not visual bias.
Ideal for use in olive oil tasting rooms, educational settings, and professional judging, the Cobalt Blue Glass represents the highest standard in sensory evaluation. By introducing these glasses in your tasting sessions, you elevate the experience for consumers, chefs, and industry professionals alike, offering a refined, globally recognised approach to olive oil appreciation.
ABOUT DESIGN
The blue glass is designed to hide the colour of Extra Virgin Olive Oil so that the taster can taste the oil without any bias towards the oil based on colour. The balloon shape at the bottom and the narrow opening of the glass allows the hand to cradle across the base to gently warm the oil so that the release of aromas and odours can be detected by the taster.
It is recommended samples should be between 26-30°C
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD
This glass is the official international extra virgin olive oil tasting tool and manufactured in accordance with the official standard: IOOC/T.20/Doc.n.15/Rev.1
WHY BUY THESE GLASSES?
The Official Olive Oil Tasting Glass is more than a vessel — it is a professional tool that transforms the tasting process into a sensory experience rooted in science and tradition. Its shape and material are precisely designed to enhance the release of volatile compounds and allow accurate assessment of aroma and flavour balance.
By using these glasses, producers and educators demonstrate commitment to industry best practices and environmental responsibility, replacing disposable plastics with a sustainable, reusable alternative. Every olive oil tasting room in the Southern Hemisphere should include these glasses as part of a professional and educational presentation of extra virgin olive oil.
Every olive oil tasting room in the Southern Hemisphere need these to create a unique tasting experience for the consumer.
The only official glass approved compliant by International Standard
Extra Virgin Olive Oil tastes better in glass than in plastic cups
More environmentally friendly as you clean the glass rather than disposable plastic.
They are a talking point with consumers.
Industry leading by example and using this tool in the education of olive oil to consumers and chefs.
FEATURES
Blue Glass (cobalt blue)
Transparent
Manufactured in Europe
Frequently Asked Questions:
The cobalt blue colour of the glass serves a crucial purpose: it conceals the natural colour of the olive oil. In professional sensory analysis, visual factors such as oil colour can subconsciously influence a taster’s perception of quality — golden or green tones are often misinterpreted as indicators of superior oil. By hiding the oil’s colour completely, the blue glass ensures that assessments are based purely on aroma, taste, and mouthfeel.
The shape of the glass is equally important. Its rounded balloon-style base allows the taster to cradle the glass in the palm of the hand, gently warming the sample to the optimal temperature of 26–30°C, which enhances the release of aromatic compounds. The narrow top opening concentrates these aromas, allowing the taster to evaluate fruitiness, bitterness, and pungency with greater precision. This design — refined through decades of research by the International Olive Council — standardises how professionals worldwide judge extra virgin olive oil.
Professional tasting glasses fundamentally change how olive oil is perceived and appreciated. When used in tasting rooms, educational workshops, or farmgate experiences, they immediately communicate authenticity and expertise. Consumers not only enjoy a more elegant presentation but also learn to focus on the sensory characteristics of the oil — its aroma, complexity, and balance — rather than appearance.
From a practical perspective, glass offers superior neutrality: it does not absorb or alter volatile compounds as plastic does, ensuring a true and uncontaminated flavour experience. It’s also more sustainable — each glass can be washed and reused indefinitely, reducing plastic waste and aligning with environmentally responsible practices.
Using official glasses also positions producers as industry leaders who value education and sensory quality. They become a conversation piece during tastings, reinforcing trust and professionalism while promoting olive oil culture among chefs, students, and visitors.
Key Features:
Official olive oil tasting glass approved by the International Olive Council
Manufactured according to IOOC/T.20/Doc.n.15/Rev.1
Cobalt blue glass hides colour bias during tasting
Rounded base for warming oil; narrow opening concentrates aromas
Transparent yet deeply tinted for visual consistency
Made in Europe from high-quality, durable glass
Environmentally sustainable alternative to disposable plastic cups
Ideal for professional panels, tasting rooms, and olive oil education
