Arbequina olives

Spanish Arbequina olives from Catalonia

These Spanish Arbequina olives from producer Blai Peris are tiny, naturally fermented table olives that are a staple in Catalan homes. They’re packed in a 400 g jar and prepared without additives or preservatives, so you get the real flavour of the olive, not the chemistry. 

Taste & texture

Small, firm olives with a tender bite  
Brownish colour that surprises people used to bright green olives 

Delicate brine with a nutty, roasted character – connoisseurs often compare the flavour to roasted coffee 
Naturally fermented for a clean, complex taste and kinder impact on your gut

How to enjoy them

Serve as a classic Spanish table olive with a glass of wine or vermut  
Add garlic, thyme, lemon, bay, peppercorns and chilli to the jar for extra punch – a simple Catalan-style marinade
Scatter over salads, tapas boards and roasted vegetables  
Perfect for people who like to snack on olives straight from the jar without a heavy, salty aftertaste  

Origin & production

Variety: Arbequina  
Region: Catalonia, Spain – especially popular in Catalonia and Aragon, but still quite rare outside these regions   
Weight: 400 g   
Naturally fermented in brine, with no chemicals used for preservation

Arbequina olives can be enjoyed as table olives or pressed to make extra virgin olive oil. Their small size and moreish flavour mean they disappear from the bowl fast – they’re the kind of olives people taste once and immediately ask, “What are these, and where do I get more?