The U.S. producer earned three awards for 15 Olives Robust, 15 Olives Mild and 15 Olives Bold Tuscan in the world’s leading olive oil quality contest.
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Olive Oil Times
United States — 15Olives has been awarded a Gold at the 2026 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition for 15 Olives Robust, adding two Silvers for 15 Olives Mild and 15 Olives Bold Tuscan to complete a three-award showing at the world’s leading olive oil quality contest.
15Olives earned the Gold for 15 Olives Robust, a medium-intensity extra virgin olive oil produced from Arbequina olives. The oil is distinguished by almond and green almond notes that are lifted by hints of arugula and artichoke, delivering a fresh, savory character.
Alongside the Gold, 15Olives received a Silver for 15 Olives Mild, a medium-intensity extra virgin olive oil produced from Arbequina olives, and a Silver for 15 Olives Bold Tuscan, a delicate-intensity extra virgin olive oil produced from Frantoio olives. Together, the three awards highlight the range 15Olives brought to the 2026 competition, from delicate expressions to medium-intensity profiles.
15Olives grows, produces and distributes 100 percent American-made extra virgin olive oil, with farms in Florida and California focused on developing domestic farm-to-table products. 15Olives emphasizes quality over quantity in its approach to production and distribution.
The 2026 results add to 15Olives’ established performance at the NYIOOC. Overall, 15Olives has earned one Gold and five Silvers for six total awards, including three Silvers in 2024.
The new awards also advanced 15Olives in the Olive Oil Times World Ranking, where 15Olives is ranked #45 in the United States, #101 in the Northern Hemisphere and #105 Worldwide.
The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition, widely regarded as the world's leading olive oil quality contest, is a trusted reference for consumers and industry professionals.