Olive oil could be considered the creme de la creme of condiments, above the everyday salt and pepper or basic cooking oil, sitting on top of the condiment pyramid so to say. The liquid fat made of olives originates from the Mediterranean region centuries back, and is used across the world in various cuisines as well as in medicines, skincare, and cleaning products. An olive tree branch has historically been a symbol of peace between nations, and olive oil has always been ragarded as a precious, valued commodity.
The task of designing an olive oil packaging has become somewhat of a coveted project for designers over the years. Maybe it’s about the “top shelf” essence of the product, or the unique opportunity, but olive oil packaging has reached some type of cult status among the desirable tasks a designer can be given.
Olive oil’s flavours and textures vary depending on which stage of ripeness the olive fruits were collected, and of course the variety of the fruit. Extra Virgin Olive Oil, most commonly served “raw” with cold foods, is the highest grade of olive oil derived by cold mechanical extraction without use of solvents or refining methods. It is judged superior in taste and quality above the rest. Storage and packaging is an important aspect to consider when it comes to food procusts, and in fact, with olive oil, its incredibly important as the product is extra sensitive to both oxygen and light. So designers and packaging manufactures have to take these into consideration when designing and producing acceptable packaging solutions for olive oil. The task of designing an olive oil packaging has become somewhat of a coveted project for designers over the years. Maybe it’s about the “top shelf” essence of the product, or the unique opportunity, but olive oil packaging has reached some type of cult status among the desirable tasks a designer can be given.
Fifty of the most beautiful olive oil packaging concepts from around the world
Olive oil is essential for any kitchen and home cook’s arsenal, and the countless beautiful packaging solutions for it prove how beloved it truly is. To celebrate the many faces of olive oil, we’ve collected fifty of the most creatively unique and original olive oil packaging designs below. For more BRANDING+PACKAGING inspiration, read our previous 18 Swanky Pizza Packaging & Branding Design Ideas and TwentyTwo Juice Packaging Design Concepts Full Of Zest.
