Types of Bottles for Olive Oil: How to Choose the Best One for Your Brand
Choosing the right bottle for your olive oil is not just a matter of aesthetics: it is a strategic decision that directly influences the perception of quality, the preservation of the product, and your brand’s differentiation in the market.
At Vitroval, with more than 35 years of experience in glass packaging for the food sector, we know that packaging is much more than a container: it is the first ambassador of your oil.
Below, we explain the main types of bottles for olive oil and how to choose the one that best fits your project.
Premium glass bottles for olive oil
These bottles are specially designed to package high-end extra virgin olive oil. They are made with a special very dark green glass that protects the product from light and helps preserve its properties, while also providing an elegant and distinctive character.
Examples of these bottles can be found in our premium olive oil bottles section. Among our proposals, you’ll find unique options such as our Aurea bottle or the Century bottle.
Advantages:
- Very high-quality glass, specifically designed for oil.
- Modern designs aligned with current trends.
- Ideal para destacar en el mercado premium.
Recommended for: Premium extra virgin olive oils.
Customized bottles or exclusive designs
More and more brands are opting to create their own packaging to reinforce their visual identity.
At Vitroval, we advise you in the design and development of customized olive oil bottles, adapted to your technical and aesthetic needs. We accompany you throughout the entire process, from the initial concept to the production of your custom bottle.
Advantages:
- Complete differentiation from the competition.
- Possibility of integrating the logo in relief or through decoration
- Consistency with brand strategy and identity.
Recommended for: Established brands or projects looking to stand out in premium or export markets.
Classic bottles with cork finish
Classic bottles with a cork-style neck are versatile but add a touch of distinction.
Although they are also used for liqueurs or other beverages, their use in olive oil conveys a premium image. Examples include the Frasca, Braastad, or Frasca Cubo bottles, highly appreciated by brands seeking differentiation in gourmet retail or the restaurant sector.
Their wide base and short neck convey robustness and exclusivity. They also allow the use of customized stoppers that combine aesthetics and functionality, with integrated pourers that make serving easier. estética y funcionalidad, al incluir dispensadores integrados que facilitan el vertido.
Advantages:
- Strong visual impact on the shelf.
- Excellent stability and presence.
Recommended for: High-end oils and exclusive productions.
Marasca or dorica bottles: Functionality and tradition
Marasca and Dorica bottles are the most widely recognized in the olive oil sector.
The square-shaped Marasca offers ergonomics and stability, while the cylindrical and slender Dorica brings elegance and tradition.
Both models are manufactured in different capacities (250 ml, 500 ml, 750 ml, and 1 L) and various glass tones that protect the product from light.
Advantages:
- Ideal for medium and large productions.
- Good surface area for labels or screen printing.
- Traditional, reliable image, recognized internationally.
- Available with screw cap or non-refillable guala closure.
Recommended for: Everyday extra virgin olive oils or flexible product lines.
Choose the Bottle that Best Fits
Your Product — or Diversify
Choosing the right bottle for your olive oil involves technical criteria, marketing strategy, and brand coherence.
Analyze the type of product you want to offer and consider the variables we’ve presented to identify which packaging will best enhance your value proposition.
At Vitroval, we help you define the image of your oil, advising you on the selection of the bottle, closure type, decoration, and finishes that best suit your positioning.
Contact our technical team and discover which glass bottle will elevate the value of your brand on the shelf.