The robust California extra virgin olive oil won Gold at the 2026 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition.
Olive Oil Times |
San Luis Obispo County, United States — BearBird Ranch has been awarded a Gold at the 2026 NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition for the BearBird Ranch Blend brand.
BearBird Ranch Blend is an extra virgin olive oil of robust intensity. Made from Frantoio, Coratina, Leccino, Maurino and Pendolino olives, BearBird Ranch Blend is distinguished by green almond character alongside artichoke and arugula notes, with a structure that reflects its bold style.
BearBird Ranch is an oasis in the middle of the grasslands and rolling hills of San Luis Obispo County, California. What began as a dream of Cathy and Ricardo has grown into a ranch with more than 600 olive trees, where the focus is on producing healthy, tasty extra virgin olive oil.
The 2026 Gold expands BearBird Ranch’s record at the competition to two awards overall, following a Silver in 2025.
In the Olive Oil Times World Ranking, BearBird Ranch is ranked #42 in the United States, #97 in the Northern Hemisphere and #101 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.