Málaga: Olive Oil Mill Tour & Tasting in Alhaurín el Grande

Summary

Olive oil tasting in málaga with historic mill visit and cellar tour

You’ll step into a century-old olive oil mill near Málaga, see historic machinery still running, taste three distinct extra virgin olive oils with expert guidance, and visit a rare stainless steel cellar. Expect warm local stories, surprising flavors, and a glimpse behind the scenes of Andalusia’s “liquid gold.” It’s hands-on — you’ll leave remembering every scent and smile.

What’s the experience like?

“That’s the original pulley,” our guide said, tapping the old iron wheel with her knuckles — it made this hollow sound that echoed through the olive-scented air. We’d just stepped into the oil mill in Alhaurín el Grande, about half an hour from Málaga, and I could still feel the coolness of the stone floor through my shoes. The place smelled faintly nutty, like crushed almonds mixed with something green and sharp. I didn’t expect to be so taken by a machine from 1910, but watching it whir to life (with all those belts and clunky parts) was oddly hypnotic.

Our group wandered between old wooden presses and then into the modern part of the factory — all gleaming stainless steel tanks lined up like something out of a sci-fi movie. “This is where we keep the liquid gold,” she grinned, and I swear you could hear pride in her voice. The valley outside looked washed in sunlight, but inside it was all cool metal and that soft hum of machinery. I asked about how they keep everything so fresh; she explained about temperature controls and aromas, but honestly I was distracted by the way sunlight caught on one particular tank. So yeah, not an expert yet.

The tasting was my favorite bit — three little glasses lined up in front of us. The first one tasted grassy and almost peppery at the end; another was smoother, rounder somehow. I tried to say “picual” properly (Li laughed when I butchered it), but everyone was too busy sniffing their samples to care. There was bottled water on hand to clear our palates, which helped more than I thought it would. Even now, sometimes when I cook with olive oil at home, I think back to that moment — just sitting there with strangers-turned-friends, passing around bread and comparing notes on flavor.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Olive oil mill visit and tasting

• Meet at Aceites Molisur shop
• Visit oil museum and old mill
• See centennial machinery in operation
• Taste three different olive oils
• Tour current production factory
• Visit exclusive stainless steel winery
• Enjoy valley views during tour

Top questions

Where does the olive oil tour take place?

The tour is at Aceites Molisur oil mill in Alhaurín el Grande near Málaga.

Is there an olive oil tasting included?

Yes, you’ll taste three different extra virgin olive oils produced at the mill.

Do they show old machinery during the tour?

Yes, you’ll see a working oil mill from 1910 powered by pulleys and pumps.

Is bottled water provided during the experience?

Bottled water is included for all guests during the tour and tasting.

Is this olive oil tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is wheelchair accessible throughout.

Are children or infants allowed on this tour?

Infants and small children can join using a pram or stroller.

Can you bring pets on this Málaga olive oil tour?

No pets are permitted inside the facilities during the visit.

What makes this olive oil cellar special?

The cellar is entirely stainless steel—unique in Spain for visitors—and helps preserve aroma and quality.

What’s included

Your day includes guided entry to both historic and modern sections of Aceites Molisur’s working mill near Málaga, tastings of three house-made extra virgin olive oils with bottled water provided for palate cleansing throughout your visit.