Olive Juice
What is Olive Juice?
Olive juice is the liquid extracted from olives, often from the brine used to cure them. It is a byproduct of olive processing and contains olive solids and salt.
Is Olive Juice vegan?
Olive Juice is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Olive Juice gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is Olive Juice a major allergen?
Olive juice is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens.
What is Olive Juice used for?
Manufacturers add olive juice primarily for its salty, briny flavor.
Is Olive Juice safe?
Olive juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add olive juice primarily for its salty, briny flavor. It is commonly used in alcoholic beverages, particularly martinis, and in some baked goods to add a savory note.
Health notes
Olive juice is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a flavoring agent. It contains sodium from the curing process, so intake should be considered in the context of overall sodium consumption. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have not specifically evaluated olive juice as a distinct food additive.
Allergen info
Olive juice is not derived from any of the FDA's major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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