Frequently Asked Questions About Croatian Olive Oil

Yes. Dalmatian Underdog is a certified-organic extra virgin olive oil from Nadin, Dalmatia, Croatia.

Our olives are grown and the oil is produced in accordance with EU organic farming standards and certified under HR-EKO-03.

Dalmatian Underdog produces certified-organic, single-origin extra virgin olive oil from olives grown in Nadin, Dalmatia, Croatia.

Our range includes both multivarietal blends and single-varietal olive oils. Our Istarska Bjelica single-varietal extra virgin olive oil has been laboratory-confirmed as high in polyphenols.

Our single varietal Istarska Bjelica extra virgin olive oil has been laboratory confirmed to meet the conditions for the EU authorized olive oil polyphenol health claim.

Olive oil polyphenols contribute to the protection of blood lipids from oxidative stress. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 20 g of olive oil.

Croatian olive oil is highly respected because of its small-scale production, Mediterranean climate, strong local olive varieties, and exceptional competition results.

In the 2026 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, Croatia won 128 awards from 144 entries, giving it an 88.9% success rate. This shows the consistency and quality of Croatian extra virgin olive oil on the world stage.

Dalmatian Underdog extra virgin olive oil has a fresh, green and grassy aroma, followed by a pronounced peppery finish. Its flavor reflects our multivarietal blend of olives grown in Dalmatia, Croatia. The exact intensity can vary slightly with each harvest.

The taste of Dalmatian Underdog extra virgin olive oil varies by olive variety and blend.

Our oils generally have fresh, green aromas with varying levels of fruitiness, bitterness and pepperiness. We produce both multivarietal blends and single-varietal extra virgin olive oils, including a laboratory confirmed high polyphenol Istarska Bjelica.

Yes. Extra virgin olive oil can be used for cooking.

It can be used for sautéing, roasting, baking and everyday cooking, as well as raw for finishing dishes. Dalmatian Underdog can also be used as a finishing oil with grilled fish, vegetables, salads, pasta and fresh bread.

Regular extra virgin olive oil should be stored tightly closed in a cool, dark place away from heat and sunlight.

For our high polyphenol Istarska Bjelica, refrigeration at around 4°C is recommended if the goal is to preserve its polyphenols for as long as possible. Research shows that 4°C slows polyphenol degradation compared with room temperature storage.

The oil may become cloudy or partially solidify in the refrigerator. This is normal and reverses as the oil warms.

Dalmatian Underdog uses food grade aluminum packaging because it completely blocks light, helping protect extra virgin olive oil from one of the main causes of oxidation and quality loss.

The packaging is also lightweight and practical for transport, while helping preserve the oil’s freshness, aroma and flavour during storage.

Choose your Dalmatian Underdog olive oil size based on how you plan to use it.

100 ml is ideal for travel, tasting and individual gifts. Our 3 × 100 ml tasting sets are designed for comparing different varieties or harvest styles.

250 ml is a compact premium size for gifting or trying a new olive oil.

500 ml is our main everyday premium format and a good choice for first time buyers.

3 L is suited to households and regular olive oil users who cook frequently.

5 L is intended for loyal customers, families, chefs and high volume users who want the best value per liter.

Yes. Olive oil can be transported by plane from Croatia, but hand-luggage liquid rules depend on the airport and airline.

Dalmatian Underdog’s 100 ml format is designed for travellers and can usually be carried in cabin baggage where liquids are limited to containers of 100 ml or less.

Larger olive oil formats should generally be packed in checked luggage or shipped directly to your destination. Always check the current rules for your departure airport and airline before travelling.

You can buy Dalmatian Underdog certified-organic extra virgin olive oil at our boutique and collection point in Zadar.

Address: Ivana Rendića 24, 23000 Zadar, Croatia.

You can also order online at dalmatian-underdog.com.

You can buy Dalmatian Underdog certified organic extra virgin olive oil directly from our official website, dalmatian-underdog.com.

Our range includes multivarietal and single varietal olive oils, including our laboratory confirmed high polyphenol Istarska Bjelica, which meets the conditions for the EU authorized olive oil polyphenol health claim.

Our olives are grown in Nadin, Dalmatia, Croatia, and we ship to selected countries within the European Union.

Yes. Dalmatian Underdog ships throughout Croatia and to selected countries within the European Union.

Available destinations, shipping costs and estimated delivery times are shown at checkout.