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Azeites da Beira Interior | Local Olive Oil From Guarda District, Portugal | TasteAtlas

Azeites da Beira Interior

(Azeite da Beira Alta, Azeite da Beira Baixa, Oils of Beira Interior)

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.