When Katerina Mountanos founded Kosterina in 2016 her goal was simple: to share authentic Greek olive oil beyond the Mediterranean region. This became extremely important to her after realizing that nearly 70% of all olive oil sold in the US as authentic EVOO did not actually meet official extra virgin standards, resulting in olive oil that was missing the rich flavor and health benefits of authentic EVOO. She teamed up with farmers in the Peloponnese region of Greece, home to the Kosterina family and the Koroneiki olive, to begin the meticulous process of producing early-harvest, cold-pressed EVOO. Cold-pressing, which allows EVOO to maintain a high polyphenol content, is required for EVOO to be considered authentic. EVOO is a timeless super ingredient that Kosterina has perfected by combining traditional and modern Mediterranean flavors with superior health benefits.

 

OLIVE OIL RUNS THROUGH OUR VEINS

Our oil comes from olives that are harvested early and cold-pressed in small batches to maximize flavor and nutritional value. It is always processed from this year’s harvest to ensure optimal freshness and quality.

 

RICH, BOLD FLAVOR Kosterina extra virgin olive oil has the earthy and peppery taste that accompanies pure extra virgin olive oil. It combines well with our variety of flavorful balsamic vinegars to add a tangy kick to any sweet or savory dish.	SUPERFOOD Kosterina's authentic extra virgin olive oil has 8 to 10x the free-radical-fighting properties of traditional store-bought oils and is full of antioxidants that promote your overall health and well-being.	GREEK HERITAGE Katerina Mountanos and her husband Kostas began Kosterina in 2017 in an effort to extend the flavor of authentic extra virgin olive oil from her home in Southern Greece to the US—and beyond.	VERSATILE The smooth taste of our extra virgin olive oil adds a robust richness to a variety of dishes—use it to enhance any recipe.

 

BLUE ZONES

Greece is home to one of five Blue Zones around the world. Blue Zones are regions with populations that hold much higher life expectancy than most other regions, and with fewer diseases. Their longevity is attributed to physical activity, a plant-based diet, and yes, lots of EVOO!