How to Have a Phenolic Shot of EVOO | PJ Kabos Guide
- Melanie Panagiotopoulou
- Apr 22, 2024
- 8 min read
Updated: 13 minutes ago
PJ Kabos Guide to Olive Oil — Part III
This article is Part III of the PJ Kabos Guide to Olive Oil — where ancient olive-growing wisdom meets modern science, your guide to choosing, tasting, and enjoying exceptional extra virgin and high-phenolic olive oil. We hope it inspires you in your olive-oil journey.
A Simple Daily Ritual for Vibrant Living
From smooth and balanced to bold and peppery — our high-phenolic EVOOs bring the Mediterranean to every table.
Daily Wellness
There’s something quietly joyful about beginning (or brightening) your day with a “phenolic shot” — that golden sip of high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil that awakens your senses, brings a hint of Mediterranean sunshine to your morning, and gently supports your well-being.
Whether you take it straight on a spoon, pour it into a favorite glass, or drizzle it over your meal, this small daily habit connects you to a tradition centuries old — and still beautifully modern.
The Morning Spoonful
You know those mornings when the world feels a little brighter, the air a bit crisper, and your senses more alive? That’s the magic of starting your day with a “phenolic shot” of extra virgin olive oil. Beyond its culinary charm, this green-gold elixir holds a treasure trove of health benefits, backed by scientific research and centuries of Mediterranean wisdom.
Many people love starting their day with a spoonful of olive oil — first thing in the morning, before breakfast. It’s a simple, satisfying ritual. Imagine the taste: bold, peppery, and grassy — a burst of life that wakes up your palate.
Any of our Family Reserve high-phenolic PJ Kabos oils can be used for this daily ritual — from the smoother Medium (white bottle or tin) used here, to the bold Robust (black bottle or tin) or the powerhouse Phenolic Shot (gold bottle).
Each offers its own balance of fruitiness, pepperiness, and phenolic strength — choose the one that feels right for you.
Takeaway
A morning spoonful of PJ Kabos EVOO starts the day right — smooth or bold, each one a beautifully Mediterranean start.
The Shot Glass — Anytime, Anywhere
Prefer to make your olive-oil shot a moment all your own? Pour your favorite PJ Kabos high-phenolic EVOO into a small glass — a shot glass, espresso cup, or tasting glass — and enjoy it any time of the day.
Some like to take it mid-morning as a quick pick-me-up, while others savor it before dinner as a mindful, health-filled ritual — even as a moment to appreciate the taste of this very special oil. Whether you choose our Family Reserve Medium, Robust, or Phenolic Shot, each one offers its own personality — from gently fruity to boldly peppery.
The key is to sip slowly, let the flavor unfold, and appreciate that lively tickle or burn at the back of your throat — a natural sign of the phenols at work and the oil’s exceptional quality.
Takeaway
A “shot” of high-phenolic PJ Kabos EVOO is a fun, flexible way to enjoy your daily oil — rich in flavor, full of vitality, and perfectly suited to your own rhythm.
With Your Meals
Your olive-oil shot doesn’t have to be taken on its own — it can also be enjoyed throughout the day as part of your meals.
Drizzle any of our PJ Kabos Family Reserve oils over a fresh Greek salad, grilled vegetables, meat, fish, eggs, warm soups, or cooked grains. The flavor transforms simple dishes into something extraordinary while naturally adding the benefits of olive-oil phenols to every bite. It’s a delicious way to turn everyday eating into a moment of nourishment and enjoyment.
Another moment of inspiration follows...
The young woman is savoring her phenolic shot with PJ Kabos Family Reserve Organic Robust, rich with bold flavor and polyphenols.
This beautifully balanced oil offers a strong, lively character — just one step below our gold-bottle Phenolic Shot in intensity. And if you ever feel a tickle or cough at the back of your throat when tasting high-phenolic olive oil, remember, that’s perfectly natural — it’s the phenols at work, a mark of freshness and quality.
Takeaway
Adding PJ Kabos EVOO to your food is the tastiest way to make your daily phenolic shot part of every meal — flavor, health, and pleasure all in one golden drizzle.
The Golden Habit
It doesn’t really matter how you have your phenolic shot — what matters is that you make it yours.
A spoonful in the morning, a sip from a glass, or a drizzle over a meal — each brings you closer to the time-honored Mediterranean way of living well. However you choose to enjoy it, every drop of PJ Kabos high-phenolic EVOO carries the same essence: health, flavor, and care crafted from our family’s groves near Ancient Olympia in Greece.
So go ahead — pour your green-gold shot. Let it lift your mood and remind you that wellness can be as simple, and as satisfying, as one beautiful mouthful of olive oil added to your daily ritual of self-care.
Takeaway
A daily olive-oil shot — your way — is a small but powerful act of self-care, connecting you to the heart of the Mediterranean and the pure joy of real extra virgin olive oil — something the ancients cherished long before modern science confirmed its goodness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is a “phenolic shot”?
A phenolic shot is a small daily serving of high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil — rich in natural plant compounds called phenols (or sometimes polyphenols) — taken straight or drizzled over food to support overall wellness and flavor.
When is the best time to have it?
Many people enjoy their phenolic shot first thing in the morning before breakfast, but it can be taken any time of day — on a spoon, in a shot glass, or drizzled over meals or toast. One day you might take it straight on a spoon, another day as a drizzle over a salad at lunch— both are equally beneficial. What matters most is daily consistency, not the time of day.
How much should I take?
It depends on the oil’s phenolic concentration. With PJ Kabos Family Reserve Organic Phenolic Shot, often just over half a tablespoon is enough to meet the EU health-claim level. But each yearly harvest is different, so check the Certificate of Analysis (COA) for the exact phenolic content and recommended daily amount.
Can I use my phenolic shot oil for cooking?
Yes. PJ Kabos high-phenolic olive oils have a naturally high smoke point — around 190–210 °C (375–410 °F) — thanks to their low acidity and antioxidant-rich composition. You can sauté, roast, or even lightly fry with them, then drizzle a little raw afterward for maximum flavor and benefit. See II. Cooking with EVOO: Stability vs. Nutrition | PJ Kabos Guide.
Contents
PJ Kabos Guide to Olive Oil
Where ancient olive-growing wisdom meets modern science, your guide to choosing, tasting, and enjoying exceptional extra virgin and high-phenolic olive oil. We hope it inspires you in your olive-oil journey.
How olive oil quality is defined — and why the difference matters for taste, health, and daily use.
II. Cooking with EVOO: Stability vs. Nutrition | PJ Kabos Guide (coming soon)
Why extra virgin and high-phenolic olive oils shine in real-life cooking, from sautéing to roasting.
III. How to Have a Phenolic Shot of EVOO | PJ Kabos Guide (current section)
Your simple daily ritual for harnessing the powerful antioxidants in high-phenolic olive oil.
IV. High-Phenolic EVOO for Healthy Aging | PJ Kabos Phenolic Shot | PJ Kabos Guide (coming soon)
How phenolic compounds support heart, brain, metabolic, joint, and whole-body vitality across the years.
Subscribe and stay tuned — more chapters coming soon.
Please note: This guide is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance regarding your health and medical conditions.
For Those Who Love to Dig Deeper:
PJ Kabos High-Phenolic Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Your Trusted Oil, Straight from Our Table to Yours.
Harvest 2024/25 High-Phenolic EVOOs
from PJ KABOS
PJ Kabos Family Reserve Organic — "Phenolic Shot" Extremely Robust Taste
PJ Kabos Family Reserve Organic—"Phenolic Shot" is an award-winning, high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil that is extremely high in polyphenols, possibly the highest phenolic content available in a true Extra Virgin Olive Oil today. Its intense bitterness and pungency clearly reflect the activity of these polyphenols.
PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic—Robust, is an award-winning, high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil that is very high in polyphenols and adds depth, character and great health benefits to every meal.
PJ KABOS Family Reserve Organic—Medium, is an award-winning, high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil that is high in polyphenols and adds a lovely taste and great health benefits to every meal.
PJ KABOS Family Reserve—Medium, is an award-winning, high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil in an easy-to-store tin that is high in polyphenols and adds a lovely taste and great health benefits to every meal.
PJ KABOS Family Reserve—Robust, is a high-phenolic extra virgin olive oil in an easy-to-store tin that is very high in polyphenols and adds depth, character and great health benefits to every meal.
PJ Kabos Chef's Selection — Delicate Taste the award-winning all-purpose, everyday extra virgin olive oil that you will reach for time and time again. Its delicate taste intensity makes it ideal for your every need, from frying the crispiest fries to baking your favorite cake.
Please enjoy having a look around our websites and PJ Kabos Amazon Store for more about our many high-phenolic olive oils, recipes, history, etc..
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Please note: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance regarding your health and medical conditions.
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