Why Olive Oil Is Better In Tins Than Glass Bottles
NEWS
By ANDREW AMELINCKX
The choice of container greatly affects olive oil preservation. Since light exposure can degrade olive oil quality, opting for a tin container that blocks out light is crucial.
When olive oil is exposed to direct light, which can happen if it’s in a clear glass or plastic container, it’ll cause the antioxidants to break down and the oil can become rancid.
A completely opaque tin container is ideal for blocking out the light; this is why olive oil bottles are often green since the darker glass prevents light from getting in.
Tin containers are also great at limiting the amount of oxygen — which also plays a role in degrading olive oil — coming in contact with the oil inside, unlike clear bottles.
