Trader Joe's Kalamata EVOO

[Shel_B]

Hi,

Has anyone tried this oil? Does it taste like Kalamata olives? Any comments on quality and taste would be appreciated.

Thanks!

shel

[Smithy]

I've been through my first bottle of it. I don't know that it tasted identifiably like kalamat olives, but it definitely had its own pleasant flavor: fruity, not as fruity as some other olive oils, but not at all grassy or herbaceous; perhaps a touch of piquancy that my regular faves are lacking. I liked it, and plan to pick up more the next time I'm at a TJ's.

[Poffertjes]

I've used it off an on this past year (mostly when I get a chance to go to Trader Joe's)

I enjoy it, it does have a certain....

Different than other olive oils in my cabinet. I like it!

[Shel_B]

Thanks for the comments. Based on the ones here and in other places, I'll grab a bottle on the next TJ's visit.

shel

[Bella S.F.]

I am at a lose for the exact name/spelling of the other Kalamata EVOO that they carry... something like Martini's. We really like that one a lot. I find it tastier than the T.J. brand. It just has a wonderful flavor; one that you can cook with, but is really good on its own as in a "dipper' for good bread.