Specifications of original olive oil
· The color of the oil is green when first pressed, but after that the color of the oil becomes yellow.
· The smell of olive oil is strong and resembles the smell of green olives.
· The acidity of the original olive oil is less than one percent; the oil's acidity is tested with a special device, and the higher the oil's acidity, the lower the quality of the oil.
· Original olive oil retains its taste and smell throughout its storage period, as its taste does not change even if it is stored for a long time.
· A higher viscosity than water characterizes olive oil.
Distinguishing original olive oil from adulterated
We fill a cup halfway with olive oil, put it in the refrigerator, and leave it for two hours, then take it out. If the oil is white, it is original, but if it is yellow, it is adulterated. Also, if the oil does not freeze, it is not original.