Rapeseed oil, commonly known as canola oil in North America, is the edible oil extracted from the seeds of the rapeseed plant (Brassica napus or Brassica rapa). This oil is widely used for having a neutral flavour, versatility in cooking, and high smoke point, making it suitable for various culinary applications.
How do rapeseed presses work?
Our rapeseed presses are like large screws which cold press the seeds by squeezing the oil gently from them. The seed is added to the press and the oil is crushed/pressed out of the seeds. No heat or chemicals are applied. It is an entirely mechanical process.
How is rapeseed oil made?
Rapeseed oil typically undergoes a refining process involving heat, chemical solvents like Hexane, and deodorization to extract as much oil as possible from the seed. This refining process neutralize the oil’s taste, resulting in a neutral flavour and light coloured oil.
What is cold pressed rapeseed oil?
Many qualified nutritionists and health enthusiasts recommend and prefer cold-pressed cooking oils for their potential health benefits and the retention of more natural compounds. Cold-pressed oil can also be called Extra Virgin oil as they both refer to oil that comes from the first cold pressing of the fruit or seed. What is Refined Rapeseed Oil?