October 2025 Harvest, Online Exclusive at BuyLebanese.com!. (Last 3 bottles.)
A set of 3 small Darmmess Olive Oil bottles of 25 cl each, from the following terroirs: Kawakba, Zgharta. and Rashaya.
Cultivar: Ancient Souri olive trees
This Darmmess Terroir Collection explores Lebanon’s diverse olive-growing landscapes through three early-harvest, high-phenolic extra virgin olive oils. Crafted from ancient Souri olive trees and cold-pressed within hours of harvest, each expression reflects its unique terroir while preserving exceptional freshness, antioxidants, and aromatic intensity.
Kawkaba – Southern Lebanon
Powerful, complex, and intensely green
• Organoleptic Score: 94/100
• Polyphenols: 685 mg/kg
• Profile: Vibrant green tomato, cut grass, floral notes, green apple, and black pepper.
• Structure: Medium bitterness (6.5/10) and pungency (6.4/10) with chicory, sweet almond, fresh walnut, and a persistent peppery finish.
• Green Fruitiness: 6.3/10
Zgharta El Zawiye – Northern Lebanon
Elegant, herbaceous, and balanced
• Organoleptic Score: 92/100
• Polyphenols: 535 mg/kg
• Profile: Tomato leaf, freshly cut grass, crisp apple, and gentle banana undertones.
• Structure: Medium bitterness (5.5/10) and pungency (5.6/10), supported by soft fruitiness, and refined notes of almond and walnut.
• Green Fruitiness: 3.0/10
Rashaya El Foukhar – Southern Lebanon
Intense, vibrant, and polyphenol-rich
• Organoleptic Score: 92/100
• Polyphenols: 847 mg/kg
• Profile: Herbaceous grass, ripe tomato, green apple, and sweet banana.
• Structure: Medium bitterness (5.9/10) and pungency (6.4/10), evolving from vegetal radish notes into bitter almond and fresh walnut on the finish.
• Green Fruitiness: 3.9/10
Quality & Technical Excellence
Across all three terroirs:
• Acidity: 0.18% – 0.23% (well below the EVOO maximum of 0.8%)
• Peroxide Values: 3.9 – 4.7 mEq O₂/kg, indicating exceptional freshness and oxidative stability
Precision milling and early harvesting ensure purity, longevity, and terroir expression in every bottle.
Recommended Use
This Darmmess olive oil collection is ideal for finishing dishes, tasting sessions, gifting, and culinary exploration. Perfect with salads, vegetables, fish, cheese boards, and refined cuisine.
For maximum flavor and wellness benefits, enjoy raw and fresh.
Store in a cool dark place.