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Guía sobre Variedades de Aceituna para Aceite de Oliva Virgen Extra

por Guillermo Pabon Garcia en Jun 10, 2025

En Ibérico Taste, nosotros (Milana y Guillermo) ofrecemos productos gourmet auténticos de España, especialmente aceites de oliva virgen extra (AOVE). Nuestros clientes suelen preguntar sobre las variedades de aceitunas. Aquí tienes las principales que encontrarás en nuestra tienda.

Variedades Españolas de Aceituna para Aceites Gourmet

1. Aceite de Oliva Picual

La aceituna Picual produce aceites intensos, robustos y con notas picantes marcadas.

  • Notas de sabor: hierba fresca, hoja de tomate, higo.
  • Ideal para: carnes a la parrilla, guisos, salsas potentes.

2. Aceite de Oliva Arbequina

Arbequina ofrece aceites suaves, afrutados y delicados, ideales para platos sutiles.

  • Notas de sabor: almendra, manzana verde, plátano.
  • Ideal para: ensaladas, mariscos, repostería, postres.

3. Aceite de Oliva Hojiblanca

Hojiblanca proporciona aceites equilibrados con amargor y picor moderados, perfectos para uso diario.

  • Notas de sabor: hierbas frescas, almendra, manzana verde.
  • Ideal para: verduras asadas, pasta, pan.

4. Aceite de Oliva Picuda

La variedad Picuda tiene aromas afrutados y dulces con ligero amargor y acabado picante.

  • Notas de sabor: frutas verdes, almendra, hierbas suaves.
  • Ideal para: pescado, quesos, ensaladas, platos delicados.

5. Aceite de Oliva Cornicabra

Cornicabra produce aceites robustos, especiados y con alto contenido antioxidante.

  • Notas de sabor: alcachofa, almendra amarga, hierbas frescas.
  • Ideal para: carnes asadas, quesos curados, platos sabrosos.

6. Aceite de Oliva Manzanilla

Los aceites Manzanilla son suaves, frescos y ligeramente afrutados, ideales para platos equilibrados.

  • Notas de sabor: fruta suave, almendra, notas herbáceas.
  • Ideal para: ensaladas, verduras, mariscos.

¿Cómo elegir la variedad ideal?

Para platos delicados, Arbequina o Manzanilla. Para sabores intensos, Picual o Cornicabra.

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Spanish winter food isn’t typically spicy in the chili-hot sense, but it is very warming. Smoked paprika, garlic, and slow-cooked meats create deep, comforting flavors. Dishes like patatas bravas or callos may include chili or spice, but heat is usually balanced rather than intense.

Yes, nearly every region has its own winter stew. Northern regions favor rich bean dishes like fabada asturiana, central Spain is known for cocido, and mountain areas often cook meat-heavy stews designed to sustain people through cold, long days.

Absolutely. Tapas remain popular year-round, but in winter people prefer warm tapas such as patatas bravas, croquettes, meatballs (albóndigas), and stewed dishes rather than cold or seafood-based options.

Many traditional winter dishes are quite balanced, especially those based on legumes and vegetables. While cured meats are used, they’re often added for flavor rather than bulk, and meals are typically homemade and slow-cooked, making them both nutritious and satisfying.

Slow cooking allows tough cuts of meat, dried legumes, and root vegetables to become tender and flavorful. It also creates rich broths and sauces that retain heat and provide comfort, which is ideal during colder weather.

Yes, Spanish winter cuisine is strongly rooted in home cooking. Many classic cold-weather dishes—such as stews, soups, and braises—are traditionally prepared at home and eaten as long, leisurely meals. Recipes are often passed down through generations and made in large batches to feed families over several days.

Winter desserts in Spain tend to be richer and more traditional. Favorites include churros con chocolate, rice pudding (arroz con leche), and baked goods flavored with cinnamon, citrus, and almonds. These sweets are often enjoyed alongside hot chocolate or coffee, especially on cold days.