This extra virgin olive oil is obtained from olives of different varieties, including Galega, Beira Baixa, and Beira Alta. Beira Interior olive oil has a low level of acidity, and it is characterized by its rich color ranging from yellow to light green, its distinct aroma, and its fruity overtones.
It is an irreplaceable ingredient in the production of the traditional local sweets such as
cavacas,
biscoitos de azeite,
filhos de pascua, and
bolos. This oil has even found its place in traditional medicine, and it is often taken with honey as a folk remedy for the common cold or an upset stomach.