Filippo Berio, the UK's favourite olive oil brand for over 40 years, is reassuring customers about the appearance of olive oil reacting to the current cold UK temperatures.

As the UK experiences colder weather, you may notice a change in the appearance of your olive oil. This is a natural occurrence and does not affect the quality, shelf life, or flavour of the oil in any way.

At temperatures below 7°C, olive oil may appear cloudy, or small white lumps may form. While this may resemble mould, it is simply a reaction to the cold temperature and is completely normal. The oil may also become thicker in consistency.

Filippo Berio wants to reassure customers that the olive oil will return to its normal appearance once it has warmed to room temperature, and it is stored correctly away from heat and direct sunlight.

Filippo Berio UK managing director, Walter Zanré, commented: “We want to reassure you that the quality of your Filippo Berio olive oil has not been compromised, and it is safe to continue using it as normal. Enjoy your favourite dishes with the same great taste and health benefits as always.”

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For more information, samples or images please contact Verity Clarke verity@weareaubergine.com or Emma Gardner emma@weareaubergine.com 

Notes to editors

Filippo Berio of Lucca, Tuscany, has created fine olive oils since 1867 and has been UK's best-selling olive oil brand for 40 years.

Providing healthy, culinary inspiration for cooks for over 150 years, Filippo Berio is passionately committed to Italy's unique culinary heritage and to the masterful art of olive oil blending.

The Company's success over so many years is testament to the passion and dedication of our founder, Filippo Berio, a man with the vision and expertise to create delicious olive oils, not only for his Italian family and friends, but for food lovers around the world. 

Filippo Berio UK is a subsidiary of SALOV, Italy's leading olive oil company and plays a leading role championing sustainable and environmentally sensitive production, supporting and inspiring the wider olive oil industry.