Handmade Olive Oil Cruet – Rustic Iron

The Rustic Iron cruet is wheel-thrown by hand from locally sourced stoneware clay in Northern Virginia. It is finished with a warm terracotta-rose base glaze with cascading dark espresso and golden-ochre drips fired naturally into the surface, then kiln-fired for durability and food safety. All glazes are lead-free and food-safe.

Each cruet is handcrafted by skilled ceramic artisans in Northern Virginia. Georgetown Olive Oil Co. partners exclusively with this local studio to produce our entire handmade cruet collection using locally sourced stoneware clay and lead-free glazes.

The cruet holds 14 oz of olive oil or vinegar — the right amount for oils you'll use within 2–3 months, keeping them fresh and flavorful. Dimensions are 7.25" tall without the pourer (9.25" with pourer) and 5" wide.

Yes. Every Rustic Iron cruet includes a stainless-steel self-closing pourer for clean, drip-free dispensing. The pourer fits snugly into the cruet opening and can be easily removed for refilling and cleaning.

Yes. The ceramic stoneware body is dishwasher safe and microwave safe (without the pourer). The stainless-steel pourer should be hand-washed for best longevity.

Absolutely. All glazes used on Georgetown Olive Oil Co. cruets — including the layered drip finish on the Rustic Iron — are food-safe and lead-free, making them safe for everyday use with olive oil, vinegar, and other culinary liquids.

Because every Rustic Iron cruet is individually wheel-thrown and kiln-fired, no two pieces are exactly alike. Natural variations in drip pattern, glaze flow, and color depth are authentic artisan characteristics — not imperfections. Colors may also appear slightly different depending on your screen settings.

The cascading drip effect is a natural result of the kiln-firing process. As the piece reaches high temperature, the upper glaze layers soften and flow downward over the base glaze, creating the dramatic, one-of-a-kind drip pattern you see. No two Rustic Iron cruets will have identical drip placement or coverage — each firing produces its own unique result.

The Rustic Iron cruet is ideal for everyday extra virgin olive oil, finishing oils, infused oils, or balsamic vinegars. The 14 oz capacity is perfect for the amount you'd use within 2–3 months, helping preserve freshness and flavor.

The Rustic Iron cruet is handmade in Northern Virginia, USA. Georgetown Olive Oil Co. partners with Ed's Pottery to produce each piece using locally sourced stoneware clay, supporting American artisan craftsmanship from raw material to finished product.

Yes. The Rustic Iron cruet makes an excellent housewarming gift, wedding gift, hostess gift, or gift for anyone who loves cooking with quality olive oil. Georgetown Olive Oil Co. ships nationwide with free shipping on orders over $150 and also offers gift cards and curated gift collections.

Georgetown Olive Oil Co. offers a 7-day return policy. Orders are processed in 2–4 business days. Once your order ships, you'll receive tracking information via email. For assistance, contact our support team at info@georgetownoliveoil.com or 703-746-9930.