Olive oil has been treasured for over 6,000 years — first pressed in the Mediterranean, praised by Greeks as “liquid gold,” and used by Romans for feasts, currency, and skincare. In the Middle Ages, it became medicine and ritual. By the Renaissance, it starred in European kitchens and beauty routines.

Today, olive oil is a global staple, known for its flavor, health benefits, and versatility — found in everything from pastas to skincare to artisanal cocktails. And yes, the world’s oldest olive trees are still producing fruit.