Description

An authentic immersion in the world of Greek olives

This olive and olive oil tasting in Aegina invites you to discover a family tradition handed down from generation to generation. The experience takes place in a traditional oil mill, run by a passionate Greek family deeply committed to the quality and cultivation of the olive tree. On arrival, the warm, authentic atmosphere immerses visitors in the daily life of local producers.

This tour takes you into a world where olive oil is not just a product, but a pillar of Greek gastronomy and history.

Discover a traditional family oil mill

The tour begins with a visit to the oil mill and adjoining store, where high-quality organic products are on offer. The producers explain the main stages in the production of extra-virgin olive oil, from cultivation of the olive trees to cold pressing.

As the tour unfolds, you’ll learn how traditional methods, combined with masterful modern practices, result in an oil with balanced aromas and great purity. Historical and family anecdotes enrich the visit, making the experience lively and accessible to all.

Tasting of local olive oils and olives

After the tour, it’s time for a tasting session. You’ll taste different varieties of extra virgin olive oil from the family’s olive groves. Each oil has a distinct aromatic profile, ranging from fruity notes to more herbaceous or peppery nuances.

The tasting is accompanied by carefully selected local olives, providing a better understanding of the combinations and differences between varieties. This sensory approach helps you recognize a quality oil and fully appreciate its characteristics.

A short, friendly and educational experience

Deliberately short in duration, this tasting can be easily integrated into a day’s visit to Aegina. It’s just as well suited to curious amateurs as to gastronomy enthusiasts wishing to deepen their knowledge, with no particular prerequisites.

The friendly atmosphere and clear explanations make the experience accessible to all, while highlighting the richness of Greece’s olive-growing heritage.

Experience content and prices

• Visit to a traditional family oil mill
• Introduction to olive oil production methods
• Discover local organic products
• Tasting of various extra virgin olive oils
• Local olive tasting
• Sharing historical and family anecdotes

Duration: 45 minutes

Number of participants: from 2 to 12 people

Price: €15 per person

How does your reservation work?

Before purchasing, we invite you to read the description of each experience carefully, in particular the period, validity or pricing restrictions indicated in the product attributes. This information comes from our local partners and may change at any time.

Here’s how your booking works, step by step:

1. You buy the experience directly on our website

2. A few days later, you will receive a PDF reservation form containing :

   • A unique code to pass on to the local partner

   • Full contact details to organize your activity

   • Practical information and specific conditions of the service provider

3. We immediately transfer the funds to the local partner

4. You use your booking voucher in accordance with the service provider’s terms and conditions.

   (available dates, seasonality, time slots, etc.).

Please note:

Once your voucher has been issued and payment transferred, we are unable to issue refunds. Any changes or cancellations must be dealt with directly with the local service provider, according to their own terms and conditions.

Frequently asked questions about tasting olives and olive oil in Aegina:

• How many varieties of olive oil are tasted?

The tasting includes several extra-virgin olive oils from family olive groves, to compare different aromatic profiles.

• Is it possible to buy products on the spot after the tasting?

Yes, you can buy the olive oils and olives you’ve tasted directly from the producers in the oil mill store.

• What exactly does olive and olive oil tasting in Aegina entail?

The experience includes a visit to a family-run oil mill, an explanation of how extra-virgin olive oil is made, and a guided tasting of various organic oils and olives.

• How long does the tasting of olives and olive oil?

The total duration of the experience is around 45 minutes, making it easy to fit into a day’s visit to Aegina.

• Will you learn how olive oil is made during your visit?

Yes, the producers explain the stages of production, from orcharding to cold pressing, as well as the quality criteria for extra virgin oil.