Guides
Olive oil guides from Leptis Magna
Leptis Magna is an extra virgin olive oil from Libya. These guides explain how to taste olive oil, what its grades mean, how to spot a fake, what the evidence says about its health effects, and where Libyan olive oil comes from.
Tasting
How to Taste Olive Oil at Home: The 4 S's Method
The 4 S's method step by step, with a small glass and a warm hand.
GradesOlive Oil Grades Explained: Extra Virgin, Virgin, Lampante
Extra virgin, virgin and lampante, and the official limits for each.
Spotting fakesHow to Spot Fake or Low-Grade Olive Oil
Good signs, warning signs, and what to check on the label.
Health benefitsOlive Oil Health Benefits: What the Evidence Says
What the evidence actually supports, with sources.
Libyan olive oilLibyan Olive Oil: Regions, History and Quality
Regions, history and what makes a great Libyan oil.