About this tour
Master the art of olive oil tasting in a two-hour session led by María Maraver, a university-trained sensory expert. Based in El Puerto de Santa María (or your chosen location), you'll develop a palate for distinguishing quality oils, learn how regional varieties differ, and discover which oils work best in the kitchen. The course covers tasting technique, Mediterranean nutrition, and answers your specific questions about production and application.
Highlights
- Guided sensory training to identify flavour profiles and aromas
- Explore Spanish olive oil varieties and classification systems
- Understand health benefits and Mediterranean diet roles
- Direct Q&A with an oil tasting specialist
- Sample exceptional oil to take home
- Held at Palacio de Luja or your preferred venue
What to expect
The session kicks off with hands-on tasting practice where you'll nose and sip several oils side by side, learning the vocabulary to describe what you're experiencing. María walks you through the science of flavour detection and how to spot quality markers. You'll then explore how Spanish oils vary by region and harvest timing, and why certain varieties suit different dishes—from salads to finishing touches. The nutritional segment covers the Mediterranean diet's reliance on olive oil and its documented health properties. Throughout, you're encouraged to ask about sourcing, storage, and everyday cooking choices.
Good to know
Sessions can happen at your home, a local venue, or Palacio de Luja in El Puerto de Santa María. The experience is wheelchair accessible and pram-friendly. Service animals welcome. You'll leave with a quality oil sample. Two hours is the standard duration.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.