Making Olive Oil at Home from Start to Finish The Full Process - Home Olive Oil production

Ever wondered how olive oil is made at home? In this video, I’ll take you through the full process—from start to finish—with all the tips, tricks, and lessons I’ve learned along the way. This isn’t a polished factory operation; it’s a real, hands-on small home set up.

We kick things off by sorting through the olives—getting rid of any dodgy ones (you don’t want moldy bits in your oil!). Then it’s time to wash and mill them into a nice mash, using a setup I’ve tweaked from last year’s attempt. I’ll show you how to use a 20-ton press (fingers crossed it doesn’t break again!) and explain why taking it slow is key.

As the golden liquid starts flowing, I’ll share a few mistakes I’ve made in the past—like skipping proper prep on pressing mats, which gave my oil a funky “mat smell” last year. There’s also a bit about separating the oil from water using a homemade gadget—it’s simple but does the job nicely.

The result? A few liters of fresh olive oil. It’s not perfect, but it’s great for frying, making homemade mayo, or even whipping up some DIY skincare. If you’re after high-quality, aromatic olive oil, I’ll chat about what to do differently next time too.

If you’re thinking of trying this yourself or just curious about the process, stick around. It’s not glamorous, but it’s satisfying, and there’s nothing quite like saying, “Yeah, I made that myself.”

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