Stainless Steel Olive Oil Container with Strainer | 14 oz

The removable strainer sits at the opening of the container and catches any solids, herb particles, or sediment before they pour out with the oil. It is especially useful with infused or herb-forward olive oils — like a rosemary or chili oil — where particles can settle into the oil over time and you want a clean pour. It also works well for straining bacon fat, pan drippings, or rendered fats for kitchen reuse, which is the traditional application for this style of container in professional kitchens. Remove it entirely when you want an unrestricted pour.

The container holds 14 oz, which means a standard 250ml bottle of olive oil fills it almost exactly. A 375ml bottle fills it close to capacity with a little left over to top it off as you use it down. The 14 oz capacity is intentionally sized to reduce how often you need to refill — generous enough for frequent use, small enough that the oil stays fresh rather than sitting for weeks.

Both work well, with different trade-offs. Stainless steel is non-reactive — like glass, it won't impart flavors or degrade the oil — and it has one key advantage over glass: it is completely opaque, which means it protects olive oil from light exposure, one of the primary causes of oxidation and flavor degradation. Extra virgin olive oil stored in a dark, airtight container at room temperature retains its flavor and polyphenol content significantly longer than oil stored in clear glass on a sunlit counter. Stainless steel is also more durable and unlikely to break if knocked off a counter.

Yes — stainless steel is fully compatible with vinegars, including acidic varieties like sherry, balsamic, and red wine vinegar. The non-reactive surface means the acid won't interact with the container or affect flavor. The strainer is equally useful for vinegars that contain herb infusions or sediment. Many home cooks keep one container for oil and one for their most-used vinegar side by side on the counter.

The container is fully dishwasher safe — lid, strainer, and body. For hand washing, warm soapy water and a bottle brush work well to remove any oil residue from the inside. Between cooking sessions, a quick wipe of the spout and exterior with a dry cloth keeps it looking clean. If oil has gone rancid inside (indicated by an off smell), a wash with warm water and a small amount of baking soda or white vinegar will neutralize it before the next fill.

The flip-top lid closes securely and is designed to hold contents without leaking during normal storage and transport. That said, for countertop storage of olive oil, upright is always ideal — it keeps the strainer in the correct position and prevents any potential seepage around the lid seal over time. For travel or transport in a bag, we'd recommend keeping it upright in a zip-seal bag as a precaution.

The three enemies of olive oil quality are light, heat, and oxygen. This stainless steel container addresses all three: the opaque body blocks light, the flip-top lid minimizes air exposure between pours, and keeping it away from the stove (heat source) during storage preserves flavor and polyphenol content. For best results, keep only what you use within two to four weeks in your countertop container, and store the remainder in its original sealed bottle in a cool, dark cabinet. Georgetown Olive Oil Co. ships nationwide — restocking is always just an order away.

It makes an excellent practical pairing with a bottle of premium olive oil — particularly for someone setting up a new kitchen, a housewarming gift, or anyone upgrading from a plastic squeeze bottle. Paired with one of our varietal or infused olive oils, it gives the recipient both the exceptional oil and the proper vessel to use it from the moment they open the gift.