NYIOOC: the award-winning Tunisian olive oils

Q: What is the NYIOOC?

The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition (New York) is considered the world reference competition for extra virgin olive oil. International panels evaluate hundreds of samples blind , on sensory criteria (fruitiness, pungency, bitterness, absence of defects). Winning an award means passing the filter of a qualified panel , in a logic close

Q: How many awards did Tunisia win at NYIOOC 2024?

Tunisia won 26 awards at NYIOOC 2024, with a success rate of about 72% — nearly 3 out of 4 oils entered were awarded. This figure is dated and to be re-checked at the source before any commercial use.

Q: What is the NYIOOC?

It is the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition (New York), considered the world reference competition for extra virgin olive oil. International panels evaluate samples blind on sensory criteria, in a logic close to the IOC panel.

Q: What are the benchmark Tunisian olive oil brands?

Among the benchmarks often cited: Terra Delyssa/CHO , Rivière d'Or , Ruspina , Domaine Adonis , Damya and Moulins Mahjoub . They illustrate the depth of the Tunisian offer, from high export volume to more confidential estates.

Q: Why are Tunisian oils often awarded?

Thanks to their varieties: Chetoui is pungent and rich in polyphenols , Chemlali is mild and fruity. These profiles appeal to international sensory panels such as the NYIOOC's.

Q: Does a NYIOOC medal guarantee the quality of every delivery?

No. An award rewards a sample in a given year; it does not guarantee the consistency of each lot. In B2B, always require the COA per lot (acidity, peroxide, polyphenols) and a reference sample in addition to the award.

Q: Is an award-winning oil necessarily more expensive?

Not necessarily. Tunisia combines the lowest entry price at equivalent extra virgin quality and international recognition. Compare prices on the price observatory. --- Looking for an award-winning oil to source? Request a dated quote: quotation by category, format and incoterm within 24-48h, COA provided per lot. Compare origins on the co

NYIOOC: the award-winning Tunisian olive oils

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In brief. At the NYIOOC 2024, the world's largest olive oil competition, Tunisia won 26 awards with a success rate of about 72%. A strong signal: as the cheapest origin at equivalent extra virgin quality, Tunisia proves it also competes on the field of sensory excellence. Among the benchmark brands: Terra Delyssa/CHO, Rivière d'Or, Ruspina, Domaine Adonis, Damya, Moulins Mahjoub. For a buyer, these awards enhance a sourcing story and reassure in private label.

A NYIOOC medal is not just a trophy: it is a validation by an international panel of an oil's taste quality. Here is why this competition matters in a B2B purchasing decision, and what the Tunisian performance reveals.

What is the NYIOOC?

The NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition (New York) is considered the world reference competition for extra virgin olive oil. International panels evaluate hundreds of samples blind, on sensory criteria (fruitiness, pungency, bitterness, absence of defects).

Winning an award means passing the filter of a qualified panel, in a logic close to the IOC sensory panel that officially classifies oils. It is therefore an independent quality indicator, complementary to the chemical parameters of the COA (acidity, peroxide, K232/K270, polyphenols).

The 2024 Tunisian performance: 26 awards

At the NYIOOC 2024, Tunisia obtained 26 awards for a success rate of about 72% — meaning nearly 3 out of 4 oils entered were awarded.

NYIOOC 2024 indicator	Value
Awards won by Tunisia	26
Success rate	~72%

This high rate is consistent with the profile of Tunisian varieties: Chetoui (North) is pungent and rich in polyphenols — often above the EFSA threshold of 250 mg/kg — while Chemlali (South) offers a mild, fruity oil. Two profiles that appeal to panels.

Benchmark Tunisian brands

Among the Tunisian producers regularly cited as sector benchmarks:

Terra Delyssa / CHO — one of the largest Tunisian exporters.
Rivière d'Or
Ruspina
Domaine Adonis
Damya
Moulins Mahjoub

These names serve as market benchmarks. They illustrate the depth of the Tunisian offer, from high export volume to more confidential estates. (We disparage no brand: this list serves only as reference points for the buyer.)

Why these awards matter for a B2B buyer

Independent proof of quality — a NYIOOC award validates the sensory profile through an international panel, complementing the COA.
Resale argument — an award-winning origin tells a better story on the shelf or in food service.
Reassurance in private label — sourcing from a region regularly awarded secures an OEM/private-label project.
Value for money — Tunisia combines the lowest entry price and international recognition. A positioning detailed in the origins comparison.

What a medal does not replace

An award rewards a sample that won in a given year: it does not guarantee the consistency of each lot. In B2B purchasing, an award is an excellent signal, but it never removes the need to require the COA per lot (acidity, peroxide, polyphenols) and a reference sample. The medal reassures; the analysis commits.

FAQ

How many awards did Tunisia win at NYIOOC 2024?

Tunisia won 26 awards at NYIOOC 2024, with a success rate of about 72% — nearly 3 out of 4 oils entered were awarded. This figure is dated and to be re-checked at the source before any commercial use.

What is the NYIOOC?

It is the NYIOOC World Olive Oil Competition (New York), considered the world reference competition for extra virgin olive oil. International panels evaluate samples blind on sensory criteria, in a logic close to the IOC panel.

What are the benchmark Tunisian olive oil brands?

Among the benchmarks often cited: Terra Delyssa/CHO, Rivière d'Or, Ruspina, Domaine Adonis, Damya and Moulins Mahjoub. They illustrate the depth of the Tunisian offer, from high export volume to more confidential estates.

Why are Tunisian oils often awarded?

Thanks to their varieties: Chetoui is pungent and rich in polyphenols, Chemlali is mild and fruity. These profiles appeal to international sensory panels such as the NYIOOC's.

Does a NYIOOC medal guarantee the quality of every delivery?

No. An award rewards a sample in a given year; it does not guarantee the consistency of each lot. In B2B, always require the COA per lot (acidity, peroxide, polyphenols) and a reference sample in addition to the award.

Is an award-winning oil necessarily more expensive?

Not necessarily. Tunisia combines the lowest entry price at equivalent extra virgin quality and international recognition. Compare prices on the price observatory.

Looking for an award-winning oil to source? Request a dated quote: quotation by category, format and incoterm within 24-48h, COA provided per lot. Compare origins on the comparison and track prices on the price observatory.

Article in English. NYIOOC results dated (2024) and to be verified; brands cited as reference points, without disparagement; no fabricated data, values taken from sector records.