Ölmühle Solling Nutty and Kernel Bestseller Oil Tasting Set. Tasting set with five organic kernel and nut oils of 20 ml each – argan, pumpkin seed, plum kernel, mustard, and walnut.

Ölmühle Solling Nutty and Kernel Bestseller Oil Tasting Set contains five small bottles of 20 ml organic oil each, 100 ml in total: roasted argan oil, roasted pumpkin seed oil, plum kernel oil, mustard oil, and walnut oil. They are pressed and bottled by the Ölmühle Solling in Boffzen on the Weser river.

The Nutty and Kernel Bestseller Oil Tasting Set from Ölmühle Solling brings together oils that taste like their raw ingredients. Unlike a neutral frying oil, kernel and nut oils carry the character of the seed into the kitchen. Two of the oils in the set are pressed from roasted kernels, which makes them darker and more robust. For the other three, this addition is not on the label. You use such oils like a spice: a few drops over salad, soup, or cheese, not as a fat in the pan. Because a large bottle of argan oil or plum kernel oil lasts a long time, 20 ml is a good amount for tasting. Afterwards, you will know which oil deserves a permanent spot next to the stove.

Taste

The roasted argan oil and the roasted pumpkin seed oil are the most robust in the set. The roasting gives them a deep, nutty note, and the pumpkin seed oil glows a dark green. The walnut oil is more refined and is clearly reminiscent of freshly cracked walnuts. With a piece of farmhouse bread and a little salt, you can taste the roasted notes of argan and pumpkin seed most clearly.

The mustard oil consists of mustard oil and mustard seed extract and brings mustard heat to the salad. The plum kernel oil is the exotic one among the five. Try it pure on a piece of white bread first before using it. Those expecting mild, inconspicuous salad oils will find this set too expressive.

Use

The manufacturer recommends all five oils for salad dressings. Argan and pumpkin seed oil also go well with soups, sauces, cheese, meat, and vegetable dishes, and even desserts. Try a drizzle of pumpkin seed oil over pumpkin soup or vanilla ice cream. Use the mustard oil for salads, meat, and fish, for example in a dressing for potato salad or pan-seared salmon.

Walnut oil belongs on lamb's lettuce with pear, in sweet dishes, and in pastries. According to the manufacturer, it is unsuitable for frying. It is best to test the plum kernel oil first in a simple dressing of oil, vinegar, and salt. Combine the oils with a mild vinegar so their unique flavor remains in the foreground.

Our tip: Take lamb's lettuce, goat cheese, and a few walnuts, make five small bowls, and add a different oil to each. This way you can taste the difference directly side by side.

Origin

Two of the five oils represent raw materials that Ölmühle Solling mentions as projects in its factsheet: argan oil from Morocco and pumpkin seeds from Styria. The mill in Boffzen presses using small spindle presses. According to the FAQ, the temperature remains below 40 °C, usually between 35 and 40 °C, with the heat generated solely by friction. For argan and pumpkin seed, the seeds are roasted beforehand.

All oils in the set come from organic farming, controlled by the agency DE-ÖKO-039. The Baensch family has been working this way since 1996, now in the second generation. The tasting sets with five bottles each are called "Bestsellers" at the mill, and they are available in several combinations. You may know mustard, walnut, and plum from the kitchen, but as oil, many encounter them for the first time.

For whom

The set is for everyone who likes to dress salads differently and try out new oils before buying large bottles. According to the manufacturer, the oils are vegan, lactose-free, and gluten-free. Allergen information: The set contains mustard and walnut. The set is also suitable as a gift for people who enjoy cooking, as it brings together five very different oils. Store the bottles in a cool, dark place. The Acidic Bestseller Vinegar Tasting Set provides matching acidity. Whole walnuts are available as Natural Walnuts. You can find all products on our page for the Ölmühle Solling. These oils are not suitable for frying or deep-frying.

Five organic oils from kernels and nuts in small bottles – for tasting, combining, and gifting.

Image credit: Ölmühle Solling/Maike Wittreck