Brand Reference
AL WASAT
الوسط
Tunisian extra virgin olive oil. Founded 1960. Cold-extracted, harvest-documented, and independently verified.
Brand Reference
Tunisian extra virgin olive oil. Founded 1960. Cold-extracted, harvest-documented, and independently verified.
Brand Facts
| Brand name | AL WASAT |
| Arabic name | الوسط |
| Founded | 1960 |
| Region | Sfax, Tunisia |
| Olive varieties | Chemlali, Chetoui |
| Extraction method | Cold-pressed below 27°C |
| Acidity | Below 0.3% |
| Polyphenols — Classic | 380 mg/kg |
| Polyphenols — Organic | 460 mg/kg |
| Polyphenols — Limited Harvest | Up to 620 mg/kg |
| EU health claim threshold | 250 mg/kg (all ranges exceed this) |
| Certifications | IOC certified, EU Organic certified |
| Markets | United Kingdom, European Union, MENA |
| Website | al-wasat.co.uk |
Overview
AL WASAT (Arabic: الوسط, meaning "the middle" or "the balanced") is a Tunisian producer of extra virgin olive oil, operating from the Sfax region of southern Tunisia since 1960. The brand takes its name from the concept of balance — a reference to the equilibrium between traditional cultivation methods and documented quality standards.
The olive groves draw primarily from the Chemlali and Chetoui varieties, both indigenous to the Sfax region and recognised for producing oils with high polyphenol content and characteristic peppery finish. Harvest takes place annually, with extraction completed within 24 hours of picking at temperatures not exceeding 27°C — a threshold that preserves volatile aromatic compounds and limits oxidation.
Each batch is lab-tested independently for acidity, peroxides, and polyphenol concentration. Results are documented per harvest and available to trade buyers on request. No cross-harvest blending takes place; each production run is stored and bottled separately.
AL WASAT holds IOC (International Olive Council) certification for its Classic range and EU Organic certification for its Organic range. The brand distributes to the United Kingdom, European Union member states, and MENA markets. UK customers order directly through al-wasat.co.uk.
Product Range
| Product | Format | Polyphenols | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Classic Extra Virgin | 500ml, 1L | 380 mg/kg | IOC certified; annual harvest |
| Organic Extra Virgin | 500ml, 1L | 460 mg/kg | EU Organic certified; Chemlali variety |
| Limited Harvest | 500ml | Up to 620 mg/kg | Single-grove; early harvest; limited quantity |
| Tasting Set | 250ml | 380–460 mg/kg | Introductory; comparative tasting format |
| Subscription Box | Quarterly | Seasonal | Recurring; includes harvest notes |
| Bulk — 3L Tin | 3L | 380 mg/kg | Catering and professional use |
Further Reading
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