North Conway Olive Oil Co. · Kitchen Guide

How to Use Our
Olive Oils & Balsamics

Whether you're cooking for family or making something special, our oils and vinegars make everyday food more flavorful and fun. Here's how to use them with confidence.

1

Drizzle, Dip & Finish

The easiest way to enjoy our products — a finishing drizzle right before serving.

  • Drizzle olive oil or balsamic over meats, roasted vegetables, or pizza.
  • Spoon balsamic over fruit, pasta, or a cheese plate.
  • Dip bread in flavored olive oil with a pinch of sea salt or dried herbs.
2

Dressings & Marinades

Our oils and vinegars are made to be mixed together.

2parts olive oil+1part balsamic
  • Whisk or shake; add garlic, mustard, honey, or herbs.
  • Quick marinade: Garlic Olive Oil + Fig Balsamic + Dijon — amazing on chicken or pork.
3

Cook With Flavored Oil

Use our oils anywhere you'd normally cook with olive oil.

  • Sauté vegetables in Garlic or Tuscan Herb.
  • Roast potatoes in Chipotle.
  • Toss pasta with Basil or Lemon instead of sauce.

Keep olive oil under 400°F to preserve flavor & health benefits.

4

Dip & Dunk

Pour your favorite oil into a small bowl and enjoy with fresh bread. Try adding:

  • A splash of balsamic vinegar
  • A pinch of sea salt or cracked pepper
  • Grated parmesan, garlic, or dried herbs
5

Bake With Oil Instead of Butter

Olive oil adds moisture and flavor to baked goods — a simple swap for butter, especially with citrus or herb oils.

ButterOlive Oil
1 Tbsp¾ Tbsp
¼ cup3 Tbsp
½ cup¼ cup + 2 Tbsp
1 cup¾ cup
6

Make a Balsamic Glaze

Perfect for finishing meats, cheeses, strawberries, or ice cream.

  1. Pour ½ cup balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan.
  2. Simmer over low heat — do not boil.
  3. Stir occasionally 10–15 min until it coats a spoon.
  4. Optional: add 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup.
  5. Store in a jar in the fridge.
7

Storage Tips

  • Store in a cool, dark cabinet — not near the stove or window.
  • Seal tightly; use within 12–18 months for peak flavor.
  • Don't refrigerate oil (it may cloud, then clears at room temp).
  • Balsamics may darken or thicken over time — that's normal.
8

Stir Into Drinks

Our balsamics make fun drink mixers! Try a splash in:

  • Lemonade or sparkling water
  • Iced tea or mocktail spritzers
  • Cocktails with gin, vodka, or rum

Start with ½–1 tsp per drink and adjust to taste.

9

Mix, Taste & Explore

There's no wrong way to use our oils and vinegars — mix and match until you find what you love. Add balsamic to eggs or roasted veggies, drizzle oil over leftovers, or stir into soup, hummus, or yogurt.

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