Cold Pressed Oils.
Pressed Once. Pure Always.
Traditional wooden-press extraction. No heat. No chemicals. No refining. Just pure oil — exactly as nature intended.
Our Pure Collection
Six hand-selected cold-pressed oils, each with its own heritage and health benefits. Extracted the traditional way, preserved the modern way.
Wood Pressed Groundnut Oil
Chekku Ennai (South India's Gold)
The most beloved traditional oil in South Indian cooking. Extracted from selected peanuts using a wooden ghani (churner) at low temperature. Deep amber color, rich peanut aroma, natural nutty taste. High smoke point (230°C) makes it ideal for deep frying, tadka, and stir-fry without oxidation.
Uses: Deep frying, tadka, stir-fry, tempering, traditional South Indian cooking
Wood Pressed Sesame Oil
Nallennai (5000+ Years of Wellness)
India's oldest oil — referenced in Ayurveda for over 5,000 years. Cold-pressed from unhulled sesame seeds to preserve lignans (sesamin, sesamolin) — powerful antioxidants unique to sesame. Warm amber color, distinctive nutty depth, slight bitterness. Heart-protective and anti-inflammatory.
Uses: Cooking, oil pulling, abhyanga massage, hair care, skin nourishment
Wood Pressed Coconut Oil
Kerala's Fresh (Within Hours)
Sourced from Kerala's fresh coconuts and cold-pressed within hours of dehusking to lock in lauric acid — a rare medium-chain fatty acid with potent antimicrobial properties. White to pale golden, delicate fresh coconut fragrance. Solid below 24°C — melts into clear liquid at room temperature.
Uses: Kerala-style cooking, hair oiling, oil pulling, baking, skin moisturizing
Wood Pressed Black Seed Oil
Kalonji (The Cure-All)
Called "the cure for everything except death" in traditional medicine. Contains thymoquinone — the primary bioactive compound with potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. Strong, peppery, slightly bitter character. Evidence-based benefits for respiratory health, blood sugar control, immune support, and gut health.
Uses: Wellness tonic (1 tsp daily), not for cooking. Respiratory support, immune enhancement, gut health.
Wood Pressed Mustard Oil
Rajasthan's Pungent Gold
From small-farm mustard seeds grown in Rajasthan. Sharp, pungent, earthy character. Rich in alpha-linolenic acid (omega-3) and glucosinolates. Traditional in North Indian, Bengali, and Punjabi cooking. High smoke point (250°C). Excellent for marinades, tadka, and pickling. Contains allyl isothiocyanate — natural antimicrobial compound.
Uses: Tadka, marinades, pickling, North Indian cooking, high-heat frying
Wood Pressed Castor Oil
Therapeutic Grade (Not for Cooking)
Medical-grade cold-pressed castor oil from premium Ricinus communis seeds. Pale yellow, thick viscosity, distinctive earthy scent. Ricinoleic acid (89% composition) — powerful anti-inflammatory and lymphatic stimulant. Used for: hair growth (scalp massage), skin hydration, joint pain (compress), constipation relief (1 tsp internally, with caution).
Uses: Hair growth (scalp massage), skin hydration, joint pain relief, constipation relief (with caution)
Karupatti / Palm Jaggery
Not an oil, but organically sourced from Tamil Nadu's palmyra palms. Dark, mineral-rich, with a distinctive caramel-molasses flavour deeper than sugarcane jaggery. Unrefined, unbleached — retains all minerals: iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium. Glycaemic Index significantly lower than white sugar. Traditional sweetener in South Indian diet — Karupatti coffee, Karupatti halwa, and Karupatti pongal.
Note: Contains no palm oil. Sourced sustainably from palmyra palms.
Cold Pressed vs. Refined
The science behind purity. Why extraction method matters more than you think.
| Quality Factor | Cold Pressed | Refined (Industrial) |
|---|---|---|
| Extraction Method | Mechanical pressure at <40°C | Chemical solvent extraction + heat >200°C |
| Nutrients Retained | 100% (all vitamins, antioxidants, phytochemicals) | 20-30% (loses 70-80% nutrients) |
| Chemical Use | None | Hexane solvent (petroleum derivative) |
| Color | Natural amber, golden, or dark (authentic) | Colorless or pale (bleached) |
| Flavour | Full, natural, distinct character | Neutral or bland |
| Shelf Life | 6-9 months (natural oxidation) | 18-24 months (preservatives added) |
| Price Point | Higher (lower yield, traditional method) | Lower (industrial high-yield) |
| Health Impact | All natural compounds intact | Stripped nutrients, possible solvent traces |
| Smoke Point | Naturally high (intact antioxidants) | Artificially stabilized |
| Traditional Use | Aligned with Ayurvedic principles | Modern industrial food system |
How to Use Each Oil
Temperature guidance, ideal dishes, and traditional wellness applications for each variety.
Groundnut Oil
- Cooking temp: Up to 230°C
- Ideal for: Deep frying, high-heat stir-frying, tadka
- Dishes: Sambhar, rasam, parathas, pakoras
- Storage: Cool, dark place (6-9 months)
- Wellness: Rich in heart-protective compounds
Sesame Oil
- Cooking temp: Up to 210°C
- Ideal for: Tempering, flavouring, moderate heat cooking
- Dishes: Idli sambar, dosa, South Indian curries, rice dishes
- Wellness: Oil pulling (15 min daily), abhyanga massage
- Storage: Airtight container, away from sunlight
Coconut Oil
- Cooking temp: Up to 190°C
- Ideal for: Kerala-style cooking, baking, low-to-medium heat
- Dishes: Coconut curry, appam, puttu, rice
- Wellness: Hair oiling, oil pulling, skincare moisturizer
- Storage: Solid at <24°C, clear liquid at room temp
Black Seed Oil
- NOT for cooking — consume raw only
- Daily dose: 1 teaspoon with honey or warm water
- Best time: Morning on empty stomach or with food
- Wellness benefits: Respiratory, immune, gut health
- Taste note: Peppery, slightly bitter — acquired taste
Mustard Oil
- Cooking temp: Up to 250°C (highest)
- Ideal for: Tadka, marinades, pickling, high-heat cooking
- Dishes: Bengali fish curry, North Indian sabzi, pickles
- Flavour note: Pungent — starts subtle, develops heat in cooking
- Storage: Cool, dry place (6-9 months)
Castor Oil
- NOT for cooking — therapeutic use only
- Hair care: Warm and massage scalp 2-3x weekly
- Skin care: Apply to face/body before bed
- Internal: 1 tsp with warm milk for digestion (sparingly)
- Storage: Airtight, away from heat and light
Health Benefits
Science-backed benefits of cold-pressed oils. Why traditional methods preserve what matters.
Heart & Cardiovascular Health
Cold-pressed oils retain monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats that support healthy cholesterol levels. Sesame oil's lignans and groundnut oil's resveratrol both show clinical evidence for blood pressure regulation and heart protection. No trans fats or oxidized compounds.
Brain & Cognitive Function
These oils are rich in antioxidants (sesamin, sesamolin, resveratrol) that protect neural tissue from oxidative damage. The omega-3 and omega-6 balance in mustard oil supports cognitive health. Castor oil's ricinoleic acid enhances lymphatic drainage for better cerebral circulation.
Immune & Inflammatory Support
Black seed oil's thymoquinone is extensively researched for anti-inflammatory and immune-enhancing properties. Cold-pressed coconut oil's lauric acid acts as a natural antimicrobial. These oils contain zero synthetic additives — just clean, potent phytochemicals.
Antioxidant & Anti-Aging
Natural vitamin E, lignans, and polyphenols in cold-pressed oils neutralize free radicals. Unlike refined oils that oxidize during extraction, these oils retain their full antioxidant arsenal. Skin benefits from inside (nutrition) and outside (topical application) are scientifically documented.
Digestive & Gut Health
Black seed oil shows clinical evidence for supporting healthy digestion and microbiome balance. Castor oil's traditional use for constipation relief is backed by modern research. These oils' natural compounds don't irritate the gut like processed alternatives.
Skin, Hair & Beauty
Cold-pressed oils retain vitamin E and natural emollients for deep skin hydration without clogging pores. Hair benefits from scalp massage with castor or sesame oil — improved circulation, reduced inflammation, and nourished follicles. These are nature's skincare serums.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about cold-pressed oils, storage, and usage.
Cold-pressed oils last 6-9 months under proper storage. This is shorter than refined oils (18-24 months) because they retain all their natural nutrients and antioxidants — including oxygen-sensitive compounds. Refined oils are stripped and stabilized with preservatives, making them last longer but with less nutritional value.
Storage tips: Keep in cool, dark places (not the fridge unless it solidifies like coconut oil). Use airtight glass bottles. Avoid direct sunlight and heat. A pantry or cupboard is ideal.
Cloudiness and sediment are signs of purity and authenticity. They are natural plant compounds — proteins, minerals, and fibre — that remain because we don't filter them out. Refined oils are crystal clear because they've been heavily processed.
Sediment is harmless and actually contains nutrients. If it bothers you visually, you can gently pour the clear oil into another container and leave the sediment behind. Some customers prefer to gently shake before use to distribute these nutrients evenly.
Cold-pressed refers to the extraction method — mechanical pressure at low temperatures (<40°C), no chemicals.
Virgin typically means minimal processing after extraction — no refining, bleaching, or chemical treatment.
Our oils are both cold-pressed AND virgin — the highest standard. Some "virgin" oils may still use solvents during extraction, so always check the production method, not just the label.
Smoke points (approximate):
- Mustard Oil: 250°C (highest — excellent for all cooking)
- Groundnut Oil: 230°C (great for deep frying)
- Sesame Oil: 210°C (moderate heat, tempering)
- Coconut Oil: 190°C (low-to-moderate heat cooking)
- Black Seed Oil: NOT for cooking (consume raw)
- Castor Oil: NOT for cooking (wellness use only)
Why are our smoke points naturally high? Cold-pressed oils retain their intact antioxidants, which stabilize them at higher temperatures. Refined oils need artificial stabilization.
Our oils are sourced from small, traditional farms that follow organic practices — minimal synthetic pesticides and no chemical inputs during cultivation. We prioritize farmers who use natural methods and crop rotation.
Our extraction method is 100% chemical-free. We don't use hexane, solvents, or any chemical processes. The oil that reaches your table is pure mechanical extraction — nothing added, nothing removed except through natural settling.
While formal organic certification involves additional documentation costs, our sourcing and production standards meet organic principles at every stage.
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