This is how you can store olive oil to keep it fresh and full of flavor.

In Mexico, olive oil has become an indispensable culinary favorite, and for good reason: its benefits make it irresistible. However, although more and more people are incorporating it into their dishes, few know the proper way to store it to get the most out of it.

That's why we're sharing tips from Spanish experts to help your olive oil stay fresh and flavorful for longer.

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We all talk about olive oil; it goes great with salads, dressings, and so much more; but what is it made of? Olives!

Olive oil is nothing more than the oily concentration of ripe olives separated from the "juice" obtained when they are ground. In fact, its extraction is not as complex as that of other oils and can be carried out entirely mechanically.

In recent years, it has gained ground over other vegetable oils on the market due to its antioxidant properties and monounsaturated fatty acid content, which doctors say helps prevent heart disease.

The problem is that, although everyone talks about the benefits of consuming olive oil, very few mention how to store olive oil so that it lasts longer.

First of all, it all depends on the quality of the olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil will always be of better quality and, therefore, more beneficial than regular olive oil.

Extra virgin olive oil, to the surprise of many, doesn't actually expire; it simply loses its properties, and its aroma and flavor are affected if not stored properly.

But don't worry! Follow these tips from the experts at the Estepa Designation of Origin and your olive oil will stay fresh for a long time.

Keep the oil away from light. Although it's trendy to fill your kitchen with aesthetically pleasing containers, it's not recommended to store olive oil in translucent containers, as light accelerates the oxidation process.

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Close the container properly. Another factor that accelerates oil oxidation is contact with oxygen, so it's recommended to keep it in an airtight container.

Avoid heat. High temperatures affect the texture and flavor of olive oil, so it's not recommended to leave the container near a fire. And yes, you should also avoid frying your food with it!

Store away from cold and humidity. That's right, low temperatures also affect the quality of your oil, as the cold generates moisture, which causes condensation inside the container.

Now you know how to store your olive oil to make it last longer! Remember that fresh oil has more benefits than rancid oil.

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