Damya Triumphs Again: Gold & Silver at the 2026 NYIOOC!
We’re thrilled to announce that Damya Olive Oils have once again made a splash on the world stage at the 2026 New York International Olive Oil Competition (NYIOOC), the globe’s most respected contest for extra virgin olive oil quality and taste. This year, our Damya Robust earned a Gold Award, affirming its bold, peppery character and rich sensory profile, while our Damya Biodynamic® brought home a Silver Award for its nuanced complexity and thoughtful farming methods.
At this elite competition, judged blind by international experts and drawing entries from producers across dozens of countries, earning a medal signals artisan craftsmanship and exceptional quality. Damya Robust’s Gold Award highlights its intense flavors and balanced structure, crafted from Chetoui olives grown on century-old trees in northern Tunisia and cold-extracted at peak ripeness. Meanwhile, Damya Biodynamic’s Silver Award recognizes our commitment to regenerative farming, biodynamic certification, and the pure, vibrant expression of Chemlali olives hand-harvested and pressed immediately after picking.
These wins reflect not just the quality of the oils themselves, but the care and heritage behind them. From the sun-drenched groves rooted in Berber tradition to the meticulous harvest and cold-extraction process we follow, every bottle of Damya tells a story of place, purpose, and flavor. The awards also reinforce Tunisia’s growing prominence in the global olive oil landscape and validate the work of our growers and partners who bring these oils to life.
For home cooks and food lovers, these accolades offer confidence: whether you’re drizzling Damya Robust over grilled vegetables or finishing a salad with Damya Biodynamic®, you’re using oils that world-class judges have honored for quality, aroma, and taste. It’s a moment of pride for our team, our community, and all of you who bring Damya into your kitchens.
Stay tuned for more recipes and stories inspired by these award-winning oils—and as always, thank you for letting us be part of your table.
Ready to taste what the judges loved? Shop Damya Robust. Shop Damya Biodynamic.
Read the full feature on the Olive Oil Times!
XX From Tunisia, with Flavor
