Get More with The Good Oil: New Zealand’s Extra Virgin Oils Providing Quality and Value

Over the past few years, The Good Oil has become one of New Zealand’s most popular cooking oils, and for good reason. As Kiwis look for alternatives to expensive imported olive oils, The Good Oil offers an unbeatable combination of affordability, quality, and local origin. Unlike many imported oils that have seen steep price increases, The Good Oil has held its recommended retail price at $13 since launching in 2016—nine years without a price hike, and you’ll often find it below RRP. In fact, not only have we kept our price the same, but we also increased our bottle size from 750ml to 1L when we switched to New Zealand made recycled glass bottles in 2019.

In today’s economy, stretching your grocery budget matters more than ever. Rather than just tell you about the great value, we wanted to show you, comparing how much we could buy with $65 when including a 1L bottle of The Good Oil versus a branded 1L olive oil priced at $30. This comparison was conducted at a local Woolworths in late 2024.

The difference was clear: choosing The Good Oil left room for more groceries without compromising on a quality cooking oil. If you’re looking for a budget-friendly extra virgin oil, The Good Oil is the perfect choice.

Supermarket trips aren’t cheap, and $65 disappears fast. With a set budget and a list of essentials, we made one simple swap – choosing The Good Oil’s 1L extra virgin rapeseed oil instead of a 1L branded extra virgin olive oil. That single change meant more groceries for the same spend. This is what we purchased:

We’re big fans of extra virgin olive oil, especially the high-quality, locally produced, unblended varieties available in New Zealand. There are plenty of dishes where its bold, distinctive flavour is the star – like a Aglio e Olio. But when it comes to high-heat cooking or everyday meals, that premium olive oil won’t shine the way it should. By using The Good Oil for these tasks, you still get all the health benefits of a quality extra virgin oil, without the extra cost – so you can save the olive oil for when it really counts.

With the rising cost of imported oils, more New Zealanders are switching to The Good Oil for its value, quality, and versatility. Not only does it offer an affordable alternative to olive oil – it’s a locally produced, sustainable choice that supports Kiwi growers and farms like the ones you see below.

Next time you’re stocking up on essentials, make the switch and see the difference for yourself. Explore our recipes to see just how versatile The Good Oil is, and make the most of it in your kitchen.

With a high smoke point and a light, neutral flavour, The Good Oil Extra Virgin Rapeseed Oil is perfect for frying, roasting, baking, and making dressings. Our Extra Virgin Sunflower Oil, with its natural sunflower flavour, is ideal for home cooks who want a subtle, delicate taste in their dishes. Whether you’re searing meats, making a salad dressing, or whipping up a weekend fry-up, The Good Oil is your go-to option for high-heat cooking.