Brief
The only way to know if olive oil is pure is to test it chemÂiÂcally. But knowÂing how qualÂity olive oil tastes is the next best way. Extra virÂgin olive oil should smell and taste like fresh olives. Refined olive oils have very litÂtle smell and taste, so getÂting a sense of purity with these lower grades isn’t someÂthing you can do at home.
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