The 5 best cooperative olive oils of 2025
Updated 2025 — We've selected five cooperative extra virgin olive oils with awards in 2025, available for purchase at Molino y Cata. Choosing just five cooperatives from our Extra Virgin Olive Oil brands isn't easy. We've compiled this list to tell you which are, in our opinion, the best cooperative oils of 2025, so you can make your choice.
Criteria: only cooperatives (SCA / 2nd degree), recent harvests and presence in 2025 guides/awards (Jaén Selección, Iberoleum, EVOOLEUM, etc.).
Top 5 cooperatives 2025
1) Jabalcuz Gran Selección – SCA Sierra de la Pandera (Jaén)
Profile: 100% Early Harvest Picual, high green fruitiness, elegant bitterness and spiciness.
2) Señorío de Camarasa – Cooperativa Santa Isabel (Torres, Jaén)
Profile: Picual de sierra with character, very clean on the nose and palate; ideal for raw foods and meats.
3) Puerta de las Villas Picual Temprano – SCA San Vicente (Mogón, Jaén)
Profile: Picual from October, intense green, notes of leaf, tomato and green almond. Also available in organic .
4) Oro de Cánava Picual – SCA Ntra. Sra. de los Remedios (Jimena, Jaén)
Profile: Intense Picual, very aromatic and versatile; great value for money in the cooperative range.
5) Rincón de la Subbética (Eco) – Almazaras de la Subbética (2nd level, Córdoba)
Profile: A world-renowned organic Hojiblanca single-varietal wine; complex fruitiness and a vibrant finish.
Buy Rincón de la Subbética | See Parqueoliva Serie Oro (coupage) | Complete Cooperative Collection
Comparative table
| Oil (Cooperative) | Variety | Style | Best use | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jabalcuz Gran Selección (SCA Sierra de la Pandera) | Picual | Intense (green) | Bread & EVOO, meats, roasted vegetables | See |
| Lordship of Camarasa (Santa Isabel Cooperative) | Picual | Intense | Powerful raw dishes, cheeses, toasts | See |
| Puerta de las Villas Picual Temprano (SCA San Vicente) | Picual | Intense | Tomato, salmorejo, red meat | See |
| Oro de Cánava (SCA Ntra. Sra. de los Remedios) | Picual | Medium-intense | Premium daily use | See |
| Rincón de la Subbética (Olive Oil Mills of the Subbética) | Hojiblanca (eco) | Medium-intense | Finishing dishes, salads, fish | See |
Why choose an extra virgin olive oil from a cooperative?
- Traceability and control from the olive grove to bottling, with shared quality criteria.
- Early harvest and cold extraction to maximize aromas, freshness and polyphenols.
- Social impact : the cooperative model sustains employment and value in the territory.
Quick buying tips
- If you're looking for intensity , prioritize Picual from the mountains/highlands and early harvest .
- If you prefer mildness , opt for balanced Hojiblanca or cooperative Arbequina .
- Packaged in dark glass or tin, best before 18 months from packaging. See collection
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all the oils on the list really from a cooperative?
Yes. The selection includes first-level SCA and Almazaras de la Subbética (second-level cooperative).
What awards should I look forward to in 2025?
Jaén Selección, Iberoleum and EVOOLEUM are solid references to validate quality and consistency.
How to preserve my cooperative extra virgin olive oil?
Store in a sealed bottle, away from light and heat. Best before 12–18 months after packaging.
Note: Availability (stock) may vary by season. Check each product page for current harvest, batch, and tasting notes.
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