Olive oil dispensers are an excellent alternative to the bottles that oil is sold in. The original packaging makes using the oil as a condiment or ingredient difficult because of badly designed pour spouts that cause drips in the kitchen and at the table. Our favorite olive oil dispensers have many different features, like drip-free spouts or the ability to spray the oil. Which one is right for you? Read on to find out.
Misto oil sprayer
Like an aerosol, but more eco-friendly
Easily disperse olive oil onto cooking surfaces or foods with a spray.
Pros:
- Uses less oil than pouring it on
- Environmentally-friendly
Cons:
- Nozzle can get a little messy
Air fryer lovers rejoice! This sprayer is the perfect accompaniment to foods you want to make crisp! After a few pumps to pressurize the bottle, you can release a fine mist of oil that coats food. This is a healthier alternative to tossing ingredients in oil and makes it such a breeze to dress salads and snacks without overdoing it.
Rachael Ray solid glaze ceramics EVOO bottle
Self-closing lid keeps oil fresh
This design has an easy-to-hold handle for pouring.
Pros:
- Looks good on your table
- Multiple color options
Cons:
- Cannot see oil level
Reach for this attractive oil dispenser each time you’re cooking or serving guests. It comes in a variety of colors to match other pieces from the Rachael Ray collection and can hold 24 ounces of oil. When pouring, the hinged lid on the spout will open automatically and then close on its own when you set the dispenser down.
Aozita glass olive oil bottle
Choose the closure that works best for you
The dark tint on the bottle keeps light from damaging the oil.
Pros:
- Flap and replaceable caps included
- Dark green tint
- Fine pouring spout
Cons:
- Stoppers can be finicky
Two stoppers are included with this olive oil dispenser bottle, each with a different closure mechanism. One has a flap cap, while the other has a small cover you can easily remove and replace. However, each lets you carefully control the flow onto your pan or food due to an air vent that prevents oil from chugging out of the bottle.
Zeppoli oil and vinegar bottle dispenser set
Each bottle holds 17 ounces
Choose how you want to add oil each time you pour.
Pros:
- Can pour fast and slow
- Metal rack for storing and moving
- Caps for each spout
Cons:
- Caps may not be airtight
The amount of olive oil you'll need for cooking and the amount you'll want on your salad are probably very different. That's why this set from Zeppoli has dual spouts, allowing you to pour oil fast or slow. You can choose to use them for oil and vinegar or double-up with another blend of oil for the second bottle.
FineDine oil and vinegar dispensers
No funnel needed for refills
This set offers sturdy glass bottles with measurements.
Pros:
- Easy to see oil level
- Wide opening for adding oil and herbs
- Optional filter to catch herbs
Cons:
- Filter has difficulty staying in place
This glass bottle set has BPA-free plastic lids with smooth-pour spouts. There is a small flip lid on the spout that can be adjusted with your finger to produce a finer olive oil stream. Measurements are printed down the side of the borosilicate glass to help with recipe preparation.
OXO Good Grips precision pour oil and vinegar set
Easy to control pouring
The tapered edge on the spout prevents drips.
Pros:
- Stream a little or a lot of oil over food
- Clear glass body
Cons:
- No lids for spouts
Add a modern touch to your olive oil application by using this pair of dispensers from OXO Good Grips. The metal tip allows you to finely stream oil over a salad or pour a greater amount into a pan for cooking if you tilt the bottle a bit farther. Each bottle can accommodate 12-ounces of olive oil and offers a lid that can be taken apart for a deep clean.
Olive oil dispensers for your kitchen
Why you can trust Real Homes
There are a lot of olive oil dispenser options out there, but our favorite is the Misto oil sprayer. When you're pouring oil from a bottle, it's way too easy to use too much. Not only does this sprayer help with portion control, but it also coats both pans and food more evenly than if you were mixing oil in by hand. Plus, this is an environmentally friendly alternative to cooking oils that come in an aerosol can.
For those who want to add an element of design to their counter or table, consider the Rachael Ray solid glaze ceramics EVOO bottle. This option features an ergonomic shape that comes in several colors to match your other serving pieces. And it has a self-closing lid, so you don’t need to worry about oil going bad or picking up other odors.
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Nicole Cozma is a freelance writer for Future. She's known for being inquisitive and finding the tiny details that may otherwise go unnoticed. When she's not writing about products, she can be found playing Blizzard game titles, doing copy editing work, cooking, or expanding her photography skills.