Extra Virgin Olive Oil - Cobram Estate Light Flavour

₱ 399

A premium extra virgin olive oil crafted for cooks who prefer a mild, subtle olive profile without compromising nutritional quality.
Cobram Estate Light Flavour Intensity is made from carefully selected olives—primarily Arbequina—to deliver a delicate, lightly sweet taste that allows ingredients to shine. Unlike robust or peppery oils, its gentle flavour makes it ideal for baking, sautéing, shallow frying, and everyday cooking where a neutral finish is preferred.

As a true extra virgin olive oil, it is naturally rich in heart‑healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants. Like all high‑quality EVOO, it remains stable at typical cooking temperatures thanks to its fat composition and natural protective compounds, making it a reliable alternative to butter and highly processed seed oils.

From stir‑fries and roasted vegetables to sponge cakes and light pastries, Cobram Estate Light Flavour delivers clean performance and nutritional integrity—without overpowering the dish.

Chef’s Tips: The High-Heat Specialist

The Baker's Secret: Use this oil in place of butter for cakes and muffins. It delivers excellent moisture and a natural source of Vitamin E, without adding a savory olive taste.
Clean Searing: Its natural stability makes it well‑suited for wok‑cooking and searing meats, delivering crisp results with the nutritional benefits of a cold‑extracted extra virgin olive oil.
Light Emulsions: Ideal for homemade mayonnaise and citrus‑based dressings where garlic, lemon, or fresh herbs are meant to shine.

Common Questions

Is 'Light' olive oil lower in calories?

No. All olive oils contain the same calorie and fat content. “Light” refers to flavour intensity—not calories—making this oil more neutral in taste and versatile for varied cooking styles.

Why choose Light Flavour over Classic?

Choose Light Flavour when baking desserts or preparing delicate dishes where a strong olive aroma would be out of place. It also performs confidently in frying and roasting, like all high‑quality extra virgin olive oils.

Is this oil still healthy?

Yes. It remains an Extra Virgin Olive Oil, rich in heart‑healthy monounsaturated fats (oleic acid) and natural antioxidants, offering a wholesome alternative to chemically refined vegetable oils.

Versatile Kitchen Pairings

The Light Flavour EVOO is the ultimate multitasker. Try it with these applications:

Healthy Baking

Substitute for butter in cakes and muffins for a heart-healthy treat with no olive aftertaste.

Heat-Stable Sautéing

Well‑suited for wok-cooking and searing meats where you need the oil to remain stable and neutral.

Delicate Sauces

Achieve a silky, creamy emulsion for homemade mayo that lets your spices and lemon shine through.

Recipe: Lemon Thyme Risotto

*recipe from cobramestate.com.au | 10m Prep | 30m Cook | 4 Servings

Ingredients

2 tbsp Cobram Estate Light EVOO + extra
2 leeks, green parts only, outer thicker layer removed, sliced into thin lengths then diced finely
½ Tbsp Cobram Estate Garlic Infused EVOO
2 strips of lemon rind
1 bay leaf
6–8 sprigs of thyme, stripped
500g quinoa or brown rice
1.5L Fodmapped for you chicken stock
Butter, salt flakes & freshly ground black pepper
150g baby spinach
120g pecorino cheese
1 lemon

Directions

Add the 40ml extra virgin olive oil to a large wide-based pot over medium heat. Add the leeks, bay leaf, lemon rind, and thyme and gently soften. Season with salt flakes and freshly ground black pepper. Add the garlic oil, followed by the quinoa or rice, and stir to toast and coat each grain.

Add 1 cup of hot chicken stock to the rice and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes, until absorbed. Continue adding the remaining stock half a cup at a time, stirring regularly and allowing each addition to absorb before adding the next. This process should take around 20–25 minutes.

In the final 5 minutes, stir through the baby spinach and cook until just wilted. Drizzle with a little extra olive oil, then gently fold through the pecorino cheese. Stir quickly for 30 seconds, remove from heat, and allow to stand for 2 minutes. Transfer to warm plates, squeeze over fresh lemon juice, and serve. Enjoy!

100% Australian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Health Benefits:

Extra Virgin Olive Oil is uniquely rich in heart‑healthy monounsaturated fats and naturally occurring antioxidants found in olives. When used in cooking, it enhances flavor while helping improve the nutritional quality of meals by supporting the absorption of fat‑soluble nutrients.

Average Nutritional Values	15 ml
Calories	124
Total Fat	13.7 g
Saturated Fat	2.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat	1.3 g
Monounsaturated Fat	10.3 g
Total Carbohydrates	0 g
Sugars	0 g
Protein	0 g
Sodium	0 mg
Antioxidants	64
Vitamin E	3 mg
Total Biophenols	4 mg
Squalene	57 mg

*Note: The nutritional information is allowed to have a deviation of ± 15%. * Serving size 15 ml (1 tablespoon).

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The Science of Smoke Points

Understanding why 'Light Flavour' is your best friend for high-heat cooking.

Stability: Light flavour oils have fewer microscopic particles that burn at low temperatures, allowing you to sear and roast more effectively.

Neutrality: Because the oil won't smoke as easily, it doesn't develop the "burnt" taste that often ruins delicate stir-fries or pan-fried fish.

Healthy Balance: Unlike seed oils, this provides stability at high heat while maintaining fundamental olive oil monounsaturated fats.

Storage & Shelf Life

Storage: Store away from direct light and heat. Neutral oils are particularly sensitive to heat-induced flavor changes.
Handling: Keep the bottle sealed when not in use. Use within 4–6 weeks of opening for peak freshness.
Shelf Life: Refer to the Best Before date indicated on the bottle (within 12 months). High smoke point stability is best maintained in cool, dark environments.