Yes - our dressings are made with oil extracted from the flesh of avocados grown in the picturesque region of Axarquía, in the province of Malaga. This oil, high in monounsaturated fatty acids, is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and its subtly creamy flavour. 🥑 Our avocado oil features an impressive fatty acid profile, consisting of 70% monounsaturated, 16% saturated, and 14% polyunsaturated fats, making it a healthy choice for your diet.

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When searching for an approved dressing, be sure not to just check the macros but also the ingredients of the dressing itself. Rapeseed oil (Canola), sunflower oil, and sugar should be avoided and are present in most store bought dressings. Vegetable and Seed oils are inflammatory and we believe are best avoided in the pursuit of Optimal Health and Wellness. Hunter & Gather dressings only use 100% avocado oil and no blends of oils. They are also low in carbohydrates and refined sugar-free but packed with great monounsaturated fats so are perfect for a Paleo, Keto, Low Carb or Real Food Lifestyle.

Our avocado oil is crafted from the finest avocados grown in the sun-kissed region of Axarquía, in the province of Malaga. Handpicked with care, these avocados are a product of the small, sea-near farms, tenderly cultivated by the hands of local farmers who cherish their land and crops. The Mediterranean climate of Axarquía, characterised by its dry summers and mild winters, blesses each avocado with a unique flavour and richness.

We continue our commitment to working with small-scale farmers, supporting the growth of their communities. These dedicated farmers form co-operatives, fostering a spirit of mutual support, and enhancing selling opportunities and distribution networks.

Our 100% avocado oil dressings are made without added sugar, grains, gluten, seed or vegetable oils as well as any artificial preservatives or chemical processing aides. Our Greek dressing does not contain any of the top 14 allergens. Our Ranch dressing contains British Free Range Egg yolk and Mustard powder. We always include all allergens present in the recipe on the back of the product in bold.

Our dressings are an ambient product (no need to refrigerate until opened). We also recommend not storing in the fridge until you open your dressing. This prevents it from getting too cold and potentially solidifying. Once opened and in use, store as high as possible in the fridge door. Do not store low down in your fridge or at the back of your fridge (the coldest areas that can cause it to solidify). We suggest your fridge is set no lower than 4 deg C.

At Hunter & Gather, our promise is to always provide information, recipes, and products that do not contain refined sugars, grains, or vegetable or seed oils. Therefore, we will never personally cut any oil or product with cheaper vegetable or seed oils - it goes against the reason we exist and our mission.

We are big fans of high-quality fats at Hunter & Gather, including coconut, avocado, olive, and animal-based fats such as tallow. We maintain a fantastic relationship with all our farmers who provide these essential ingredients, including those who supply coconut, olive, and avocado. In this instance, we have chosen to utilise our exceptional avocado oil in our dressings.

In our dressings, we use a physically refined and pressed avocado oil (without the use of hexanes or solvents), rather than extra virgin. This choice ensures a consistent, high-quality flavour profile that complements the unique tastes of our Greek and Ranch dressings without being overpowering in flavour. While extra virgin avocado oil is wonderful, our oil, sourced from Axarquía, perfectly aligns with our product's desired taste and quality.

Our avocado oil adheres to rigorous quality and hygiene protocols. This means it is not only pure but also meets the stringent requirements of quality and safety, ensuring that every bottle of our dressing is as perfect as the last.