Why Cold-Pressed Avocado Oil is Better for You

When it comes to healthy oils, the way they’re made matters just as much as the fruit or seed they come from. Cold-pressed avocado oil, like the kind we produce at The Avo Keeper, is extracted without the use of heat or harsh chemicals. This gentle method preserves nutrients, flavour, and quality, making it a smarter choice for your kitchen.

Preserving Nutrients
Heat and solvents used in conventional oil production can degrade vitamins and antioxidants. Cold-pressing retains vital compounds like vitamin E and lutein, both known to support cell health, skin repair, and vision.

Pure, Clean Taste
Cold-pressed avocado oil has a smooth, buttery flavour — not overpowering, just subtle enough to complement everything from salad dressings to roasted kumara. By contrast, refined oils can taste flat or overly processed.

Better for High-Heat Cooking
While olive oil or seed oils may struggle with stability at high heat, cold-pressed avocado oil boasts a smoke point of around 270°C. That means it won’t break down or release harmful compounds when you’re searing steak, stir-frying vegetables, or barbecuing.

Sustainably Produced
At The Avo Keeper, sustainability is built into every step. Our avocados are grown in New Zealand orchards with care for soil health and biodiversity. Cold-pressing not only protects the oil’s natural properties, it’s also a lower-impact process compared with industrial refining.

If you’re looking for an oil that’s as good for you as it is for the planet, cold-pressed avocado oil is an easy upgrade. Try it in your daily cooking and notice the difference in taste and texture. SHOP