The story of argan oil
From tree to drop, a labour of love
Argan oil is valued not only for its rich nutrients and flavour but also for its rarity. The argan tree grows only in a small part of the world, mainly in the dry and sun-drenched regions of southwest Morocco.
Most argan oil comes from the area around Agadir, where the fruit of the female trees, smaller but more precious, produces the finest oil.
Turning these fruits into pure argan oil is an intense and time-consuming process, carried out with care and dedication by skilled hands.
The tree that gives life
Argan oil is known around the world as “liquid gold”, but in Morocco the argan tree is “the tree that gives life”.
For centuries its hard wood has been used as a building material for houses and tools, its leaves and fruits as cattle feed, and from the kernel, the oil: a flavourful ingredient, a remedy for disease, and a preserver of youth and vitality.
An appetite for wonder
Every batch of argan oil is unique, its flavour subtly influenced by its terroire. Arqan’s culinary oil is no exception.
Alongside globally renowned chef Frank Fol, we are working with restaurants and caterers to ensure that their delicious dishes are served with Arqan’s origin story of hope for a fair and sustainable future.
Magical properties proven by science
Thanks to a high concentration of vitamin E, antioxidants and good fats, argan oil is proven to strengthen the immune system and aid digestion. It can also help to regulate blood sugar levels and lower cholesterol.
