Barbera’s story begins in Sicily in 1894 when Lorenzo Barbera and his family founded what would become one of the most respected extra virgin olive oil producers in the world, building a legacy grounded in Sicilian tradition craftsmanship and innovation. From being among the first to bottle extra virgin olive oil in glass allowing it to safely travel across seas to winning international awards at world fairs in Paris Saint Louis and Palermo the company’s dedication to quality has been evident for more than a century. Through five generations the Barbera family has combined deep respect for the land with careful olive selection hand harvesting and precise milling techniques that preserve the pure rich flavors unique to Sicilian olives and continues to invest in modern farming and production to ensure consistency and excellence that sets them apart from the competition.