4 USA Olive Oil Tours Worth the Drive

1.Texas Hill Country Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Meet at Texas Hill Country Olive Company in Dripping Springs for a 30-minute English-language tasting of extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars. You’ll try fresh focaccia, small bites, and flavors such as blood orange, basil, Sicilian, and harissa, with a host explaining how to taste and use them.

“Unique and fun experience trying olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a variety of different and delicious flavors. Beautiful location and an entertaining and knowledgeable host.”

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2.Nashville: Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Factory Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 12 reviews · 45 min · from $10Best value

At Olive & Sinclair’s factory on Fatherland Street, an English-speaking guide walks you through bean-to-bar chocolate-making, from cacao to finished sweets. See antique stone melanguers, learn the Southern Artisan method, and taste chocolates, Bourbon Brittle, Duck Fat Caramels, and Chocuterie.

“We had a fabulous time! Everyone was so kind and we learned so much!”

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3.Olive Oil, Cheese, and Wine Tasting with Local Expert

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Meet Elisabeth at Il Fiorello Olive Oil Company in Fairfield for a walk through the family olive grove, a guided extra virgin olive oil tasting, Northern California wine flight, snacks, and two local cheeses. The two-hour visit is capped at eight people.

“We visited wine country and were pleasantly surprised to also discover this olive oil tour! The location is not far from Napa and the farm was so lovely! We took a walk in the groves, learned all about extra virgin, and had some delicious cheeses and wines! All in all a lovely experience.”

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4.Dripping Springs: Olive Oil and Balsamic Vinegar Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 45 min · from $25

At Texas Hill Country Olive Co. in Dripping Springs, an English-speaking guide leads you through extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar tastings, with small food pairings and an introduction to how both are made. The intimate 45-minute visit costs $25 per person.

“We really enjoyed this visit. Very informative and great selection of olive oils.”

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