Ohlive Olive Oil Butter - Pure N1

This olive oil butter is 100% vegan and made with Spanish Picual extra virgin olive oil.

Pure is the place to begin when you want the olive itself to lead. Its fresh green character is framed by a smooth, buttery texture, with a restrained peppery note lending definition to the finish. There is a lovely contrast between the familiar pleasure of spreading something soft over bread and the unmistakable identity of olive oil. The flavour remains clear enough to appreciate on its own, making this an inviting first taste of Ohlive's collection.

We would begin with a modest layer on a piece of warm sourdough, allowing the bread's tang and crust to frame the olive character. Taste before adding anything else; a small pinch of fleur de sel can be a welcome finishing touch. For the everyday table, Pure offers a quiet kind of luxury: an ingredient that asks very little of the cook while inviting attention to the food beside it. Choose it for its simplicity, its supple texture, and the pleasure of discovering olive oil in a different form.

Start simply, then let Pure become part of the way you finish a plate. We suggest companions that give its olive character room to speak, keeping assertive sauces and seasonings for another occasion.

• Warm sourdough: Spread over a freshly toasted slice and taste before adding a little fleur de sel. Serve beside a bowl of olives for an easy opening to lunch.
• Grilled fish: Add a small amount to the finished fish, with lemon offered separately so each person can adjust the balance.
• Vegetables: Try alongside grilled courgettes, steamed green beans, or a platter of roasted carrots.
• A simple supper: Pair bread, a crisp green salad, and Pure with a glass of dry white wine for a relaxed table.

Ohlive's Belgian beginnings meet a familiar Mediterranean pleasure: good olive oil enjoyed with bread. Bringing that ingredient into a spreadable form changes a small gesture at the table. A knife replaces the pouring bottle, a slice becomes the tasting plate, and the bread can be dressed exactly as you like. Pure makes that idea especially easy to understand. There is no additional named flavour to choose around, so the invitation is simply to explore the olive character first. It is a thoughtful starting point for a bread board, and an equally appealing companion to meals where a few well-chosen ingredients provide all the interest.

Store in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, at no more than 20°C. Refrigerate for a firmer texture or when room temperature exceeds 20°C. Follow the date and any further instructions on the package.