Citizens of Soil

Citizens of Soil have a show-stopping range of extra virgin olive oils, grounded in purpose and produced by women who are regenerating their land.

While working in sustainability, Sarah and her husband Michael started a ‘side hustle’ to gain a more fair share for their family friends who were making a small-batch extra virgin olive oil in Greece. Sarah went on to become and olive oil sommelier and recognized issues in the olive oil industry while working across the Mediterranean.

Founder of Citizens of Soil and sommelier Sarah says,

Our mission is to turn a commodity into a community and our community begins with the farmers. We pay our producers above market prices, and directly into their pockets. This way grove owners can focus on the quality of the oil and continue to implement regenerative farming techniques to preserve biodiversity and soil quality into a region on the frontlines of the climate crisis. Our transparent supply chain means we can trace where every drop comes from and that our farmers are paid fairly for the quality.

The brand work with female farmers who are practicing regenerative agriculture, meaning that they’re farming organically and working to build biodiversity and resilience into the land. Their aim through working with female farmers is to help give recognition to the women in the olive oil industry.

Sarah states,

women across the Mediterranean have ALWAYS been a part of olive oil production and the promotion of it across the world. And yet, when you look at the faces behind many of the brands—they’re not represented.

Sarah continues,

As a business, we’re a certified B Corporation, using business as a force for good. We’re also a 1% for the Planet member with our 2023 donations representing 1% of our total sales split between the Sustainable Soils Alliance, the Soil Association, and Kiss The Ground who all focus on regenerative farming.

Available in stores:

Citizens of Soil Spanish Extra Virgin Olive Oil

This vibrant and peppery single estate olive oil was made by an inspiring producer, Marina, located between Sevilla and Malaga in Andalucia.

Made from the Hojiblanca variety, you’ll find tropical fruit notes, along with tomato, artichoke, and black pepper. The mouthfeel is balanced, with a strong peppery finishing note.

Fruity and zippy, this bright extra virgin olive oil is perfect over pastas, rice, and peppers.

Citizens of Soil Croatian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

This punchy and bitter single estate extra virgin olive oil comes to us from Lena, a multi-award winning producer in the Istrian Peninsula.

Lena’s family champion rare, local varieties and create insanely-high quality, organically-farmed olive oils.

This one in particular is gorgeously balanced, with bright rocket and artichoke notes rounded with a heightened bitterness and pepperiness on the palate.

It’s stunning in risottos or rocket salads, as well as paired with cheese and chocolate.

Citizens of Soil Greek Single Virgin Olive Oil

This delicate and fruity single estate olive oil was made by an award-winning producer and olive oil sommelier, Marianna, in the Peloponnese region of Greece.

Made from Manaki and Megaritiki olives, you’ll find aromas of red apple, oregano, and a hint of basil and mint. The mouthfeel is elegant, with even more dried herbs on the palate. Cracked black pepper and a gentle, lingering spice on the finish.

Fresh and flavourful, this herbaceous extra virgin olive oil is perfect for pestos, salads, and even ice cream!