Basso Black Truffle Oil 8.5oz (250ml) — Extra Virgin Olive Oil Finish, Earthy Woodsy Aroma

BASSO 1904 Black Truffle Oil is a premium truffle-infused extra virgin olive oil designed as a finishing drizzle to add earthy, wooded truffle aroma and flavor to dishes.

Made by Basso, this 8.5 oz (250 ml) large bottle blends high-quality extra virgin olive oil with natural black truffle notes to create a versatile finishing oil. It’s intended to enhance the aroma and taste of salads, pastas, meats, vegetables, and simple bowls where truffle’s complexity shines. The oil captures woodsy, earthy, and subtle fruity characteristics typical of Italian truffle, offering an easy shortcut to gourmet flavor without needing fresh truffles.

How will this truffle oil change everyday cooking?

Adding a small drizzle of BASSO 1904 Black Truffle Oil elevates simple recipes by contributing concentrated truffle aroma and a rounded olive oil mouthfeel. Because it’s designed as a finishing oil, it’s best added after cooking to preserve fragrance and nuanced notes.

• Finish salads, roasted vegetables, or grilled meats with one teaspoon for immediate aroma.
• Stir into risottos or mashed potatoes off the heat to keep volatile truffle aromas intact.
• Use sparingly—truffle flavor is potent, so a little goes a long way to transform basic dishes.

What flavor profile should I expect from BASSO 1904 Black Truffle Oil?

This oil presents layered notes of earth, woods, and a hint of fruit that mirror Italian black truffles, balanced over a quality extra virgin olive oil base. The result is an earthy, savory edge that rounds out dishes without overwhelming them when used conservatively.

• Primary aromas: earthy and woodsy truffle character.
• Supporting tones: subtle fruity olive oil background.
• Texture: smooth, silky mouthfeel suitable for finishing and drizzling.

How should I store and use the bottle to preserve quality?

Keep the bottle sealed and stored in a cool, dark place away from heat to protect the olive oil and truffle aroma. Use within a reasonable time after opening for best fragrance; because truffle aroma is volatile, freshness matters for peak impact.

• Store away from direct sunlight and high temperatures.
• Reseal cap tightly after each use to limit oxidation and aroma loss.
• If possible, finish dishes off-heat to retain the truffle’s volatile aromatics.

Can I cook with this truffle oil, or is it only for finishing?

BASSO 1904 Black Truffle Oil is best used as a finishing oil to preserve its fragile aromatic compounds; prolonged high heat can diminish the truffle scent. Light warming or adding at the end of cooking is recommended to maximize flavor without destroying delicate notes.

• Avoid deep frying or long simmering with the oil—use after cooking or just before serving.
• Gently toss with warm pasta or risotto off the heat for balanced aroma distribution.
• Use on dips, bruschetta, or as a final drizzle for cheese plates and soups.

Who is this for? Home cooks, professional chefs, and food enthusiasts looking for an accessible way to impart authentic truffle character will appreciate BASSO 1904 Black Truffle Oil. It’s ideal for anyone who wants to add sophisticated, earthy aroma to dishes without sourcing fresh truffles—perfect for elevating weeknight meals, entertaining guests, or finishing restaurant-style plates at home.

Ingredients

Olive Oil