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Graza is a Spanish olive oil brand
The record: Graza is an American olive oil company headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, founded by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi in 2020/2022 — it sources its olive oil (Picual olives) from Jaén, Spain, but the brand itself is US-based, not Spanish.
Scam Detector assigned graza.co a low trust score of 12.6 out of 100, labeling it as "Untrustworthy. Risky. Danger."
The record: There is no evidence Scam Detector ever rated graza.co 12.6/100 or labeled it "Untrustworthy. Risky. Danger." — ScamAdviser, a different service, rates graza.co as legit with a high trust score, and no scam-detector.com validator page for graza.co exists.
another assessment by Gridinsoft's Website Reputation Checker gave the site a trust score of 70 out of 100
A review from Scam Detector assigned Graza's website a low trust score of 12.6 out of 100, labeling it as "Untrustworthy. Risky. Danger."
The record: No Scam Detector review or trust score for Graza could be found; independent site-safety checkers (Scamadviser, Gridinsoft) rate graza.co as legitimate and safe.
Graza's checkout page defaults to **"Subscribe & Save"** over one-time purchases
Released Drizzle and Sizzle in glass bottles with pop-up pour spouts, moving away from permanent plastic squeeze bottles
The record: Graza added glass bottles with pop-up pour spouts as a new option for Drizzle and Sizzle alongside, not instead of, its original plastic squeeze bottles, which remain a core part of the lineup.
In April 2024, CEO **Andrew Benin** posted a controversial message on LinkedIn criticizing a competitor for copying Graza’s squeeze bottle design
The record: Graza CEO Andrew Benin's viral LinkedIn post accusing competitor Brightland of copying Graza's squeeze bottle design occurred in April 2023, not April 2024.
- https://www.nbcnews.com/news/viral-olive-oil-company-ceo-post-backlash-rcna81597
- https://www.today.com/food/news/graza-olive-oil-ceo-viral-post-backlash-brightland-rcna81749
- https://www.fastcompany.com/90888563/the-hottest-drama-on-linkedin-is-this-fight-about-olive-oil-bottle-design
- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/andrew-benin-96340225_copycat-founders-activity-7056582000572284928-4duu
*America's Test Kitchen* ranked Graza in the **middle**, with cheaper brands like **Filippo Berio** and **Bertolli** scoring higher due to taste
The record: America's Test Kitchen never tested Graza against Filippo Berio or Bertolli in the same comparison: Graza was evaluated in ATK's separate "Instagram-famous olive oils" tasting against three top-scoring premium favorites (Castelines Classic AOP Vallée des Baux de Provence, Castillo de Canena Reserva Familiar Picual, and McEvoy Ranch Organic EVOO) — all pricier, not cheaper, than Graza — where tasters rated it "nice, but not particularly special" with muted flavor; Filippo Berio and Bertolli were rated in a wholly separate ATK supermarket EVOO taste test that did not include Graza.
*Serious Eats* described it as merely **"serviceable"**
The record: No Serious Eats article describing Graza as "serviceable" could be located; available reviews of Graza (e.g., America's Test Kitchen, Food & Wine, Reviewed) do not attribute this specific characterization to Serious Eats.
often $20–30 per bottle depending on size/subscription
The record: Graza bottles typically retail for about $14–22 depending on product and size (e.g., $16 Cooking Oil / $21 Finishing Oil direct from graza.co, $18–22 for Sizzle at retailers), with Costco multi-packs often well under $15/bottle — not the $20–30 range claimed.
sells “everyday” and “drizzle” extra-virgin olive oils in stand-up squeeze pouches
The record: Graza's two core extra-virgin olive oils are called "Sizzle" (an everyday cooking oil) and "Drizzle" (a finishing oil) — there is no product named "Everyday" — and they come in opaque squeeze bottles (not stand-up pouches), with aluminum can refills and, more recently, glass bottle options.
some batches now come from larger cooperatives rather than single estates
The record: Graza sources every production lot from a single independent farm (currently over 70 farms across Spain, Portugal, and Italy) rather than from cooperatives — its brand promise is explicitly single-origin, single-farm, never-blended oil, with no evidence it has ever sourced from larger cooperatives.
Multi-layer plastic/foil pouches are convenient but not recyclable in most municipal streams
The record: Graza does not package its olive oil in multi-layer plastic/foil pouches; its lineup is squeeze bottles (recyclable plastic), refill cans (100% recyclable aluminum), glass bottles, and a boxed bag-in-box format — none marketed as foil pouches.
founded in 2021
The record: Graza was founded in October 2020 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi (with its product officially launching to consumers in January 2022), not 2021.
**Gochu Chips:** Potato chips fried in 100% extra virgin olive oil
The record: Graza has no "Gochu Chips" product; its potato chip lineup (fried in 100% extra virgin olive oil) comes in Classic Sea Salt, Sea Salt & Vinegar, Zesty Caesar, and Hot 'N Sweet flavors.
co-founded by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi in January 2022
The record: Graza was co-founded by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi around 2020–2021 (Benin's idea traces to a December 2019 Spain trip, with seed investment in May 2021); January 11, 2022 was the date Graza launched its products for sale to consumers, not the company's founding date.
- https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/07/how-graza-olive-oil-co-founder-andrew-benin-built-the-business.html
- https://www.newhope.com/brands/graza-bold-single-source-olive-oil-started-spanish-kitchen
- https://grocerfolk.com/blog/brand-breakdown-graza
- https://tracxn.com/d/companies/graza/__ftaJ3hGsKXDM63L4tD4bHrlLbkoEaAbtmxLZQ-0Ap40
Founded in January 2022 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
The record: Graza was founded by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi in October 2020; January 2022 was when the product officially launched for purchase, not when the company was founded.
by **Rich Shih**, a restaurateur and chef
The record: Graza was founded in 2020 by Andrew Benin (co-founder/CEO), not Rich Shih; Rich Shih is an unrelated fermentation chef and author of Koji Alchemy.
along with co-founder **Vivian Shih**
The record: Graza was co-founded by Andrew Benin (CEO) and Allen Dushi (COO); there is no co-founder named Vivian Shih.
Rich Shih serves as the CEO and co-founder
The record: Graza's CEO and co-founder is Andrew Benin, not Rich Shih; there is no evidence a Rich Shih has any connection to Graza.
Graza olive oil generally costs around **$20-30 per bottle** for standard sizes (750ml)
The record: Graza's standard 750ml bottle (Sizzle) retails for about $16 direct from graza.co, and their 500ml finishing oil (Drizzle) is $21 — not $20-30 per bottle.
Graza is named after Grazalema, a village in the province of Cadiz in Spain and the first stop on Benin's olive oil tour
Still independently owned by founder Andrew Benin, who also serves as CEO
The record: Andrew Benin (CEO) co-founded Graza with Allen Dushi (COO), and the company is not independently/solely owned by Benin — it has taken outside investment from angels (including Casper co-founder Neil Parikh) and VC firms such as BFG Partners, Brand Foundry Ventures, Cashmere Fund, J.P. Morgan Growth Equity Partners, and Spacestation, reaching a ~$240M valuation in early 2025.
- https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/07/how-graza-olive-oil-co-founder-andrew-benin-built-the-business.html
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-benin-96340225/
- https://www.thecashmerefund.com/blogs/graza-hits-240m-valuation---a-10x-investment-for-the-cashmere-fund
- https://tracxn.com/d/companies/graza/__ftaJ3hGsKXDM63L4tD4bHrlLbkoEaAbtmxLZQ-0Ap40
- https://insideretail.asia/2026/02/03/graza-co-founder-allen-dushi-discusses-balancing-being-a-father-and-brand-founder/
**Everyday** – A milder extra-virgin olive oil designed for cooking, roasting, and everyday use. Comes in 500 ml or 1 L squeeze bottles.
The record: Graza does not sell a product called "Everyday"; its extra-virgin olive oil lineup consists of "Sizzle" (a mellow, high-smoke-point 750ml cooking oil) and "Drizzle" (a bold 500ml finishing oil for uncooked use), both made from Picual olives from Jaén, Spain.
500 ml bottle: ~$22–25
The record: The Graza 500ml Drizzle bottle currently retails for about $18–21 (e.g., Amazon $18.99, Target $19.99, Central Market $17.98), not $22–25.
- https://www.target.com/p/graza-drizzle-extra-virgin-olive-oil-for-finishing-500ml/-/A-88686390
- https://www.centralmarket.com/product/graza-drizzle-extra-virgin-olive-oil-500-ml/6795506
- https://www.amazon.com/Graza-Drizzle-Extra-Virgin-Olive-Oil-Finishing-High-Polyphenol/dp/B09WTZRV6Z
- https://www.worldmarket.com/p/graza-drizzle-extra-virgin-olive-oil-621652.html
1 L bottle: ~$36–40
The record: A single 1 L Graza bottle currently costs about $13–$20 depending on retailer (Costco ~$13-14, Walmart $17.98, FreshDirect $20.19) — not $36–40; the ~$37 figure found in searches refers to a 500 mL Drizzle + 750 mL Sizzle combo pack, a different product.
~$22–25 for a 500 ml (16.9 oz) bottle
The record: A single 500ml Graza bottle (Drizzle or Sizzle) currently retails for about $14–21 — e.g. $21 on graza.co, $15.89 at Target, $13.87 at Walmart — not $22–25.
~$28–32 for a 500 ml bottle
The record: A single 500ml Graza bottle (Drizzle or Sizzle) retails for roughly $17–$21, not $28–32.
pressed from Arbequina and Picual olives in Jaén, Spain
The record: Graza's olive oil is pressed from Picual olives (single varietal, not blended with Arbequina) sourced from Jaén, Spain, with some batches now also sourced from other regions like Portugal or Italy.
the company has reportedly implemented a hiring freeze and reduced its marketing budget
The record: Graza did cut marketing spend from about 12.5% of gross revenue to roughly 5% starting in February 2026 in response to spiking olive oil costs, but there is no evidence of a hiring freeze — Graza's careers page and job boards show the company actively recruiting for multiple roles, including its first dedicated People & Culture leader.
single-origin Spanish arbequina
The record: Graza's olive oil is single-origin and Spanish, but it is made from Picual olives (not Arbequina), sourced primarily from Jaén, Spain, with occasional Koroneiki or Coratina substitutions during shortages.
the Everyday vs. Drizzle product split
The record: Graza's core product split is Sizzle (a cooking oil for everyday use) vs. Drizzle (a finishing oil), not 'Everyday vs. Drizzle' — there is no Graza product named 'Everyday.'
Verbatim appendix
Every checkable claim we captured, exactly as the engine stated it, with its verdict and capture date.
Graza is rolling out Extra Virgin Olive Oil Potato Chips to Target stores nationwide in four flavors, crafted with potatoes cooked in 100% EVOO
Graza has secured shelf space in major retailers across the U.S., including Whole Foods, Target, and Walmart, making it the fifth-largest national olive oil brand.
They often sell “twin packs” or subscriptions at a slight discount.
Some critics argue that Graza refuses to provide basic chemical analysis or lab results
In August 2025, Graza responded to consumer demand for more sustainable packaging by launching its popular Drizzle and Sizzle olive oils in opaque glass bottles.
the company is still **privately owned** by its founders
Drizzle** is **$21** (was $20)
the company is privately held and has received outside funding
Glass Drizzle:** $22.99 (up from $21 for the squeeze bottle)
The company projected **$48 million+ in sales** for 2024
**Frizzle**: A 750mL high-heat cooking oil priced at $14.
Headquarters
In August 2025, Graza introduced glass bottles for its "Drizzle" and "Sizzle" olive oils, responding to consumer demand for sustainable, plastic-free options.
*Wirecutter* called its "Sizzle" oil the **best all-purpose oil** tested in 2025
**Drizzle**: A 500mL finishing oil priced at $21.
Introduced refillable oil in aluminum cans to address **packaging sustainability** concerns
existing squeeze bottles and "beer can" refills
they hiked the prices $1 after a poor harvest year in 2023
There have been no announcements of acquisitions, majority stake sales, or significant ownership restructuring
The brand has since expanded its product line to include "Frizzle," a high-heat cooking oil, as well as olive oil in spray bottles, glass bottles, and refill cans.
No recalls, major lawsuits, or contamination issues that made news.
Graza continues to be led by its co-founders, Andrew Benin, who serves as the Chief Executive Officer, and Allen Dushi, the Chief Operating Officer.
Allen Dushi (COO)
the introduction of glass bottles for its olive oils
**Sizzle** | Cooking (high heat) | 750 mL (25.3 oz) | **$16**
the oil itself is sourced from orchards in Jaén, Andalusia, Spain
Originally priced at $15 (Sizzle) and $20 (Drizzle), prices have slightly increased to $16 and $21 respectively
a bundled duo for **$42.98**
single-origin extra-virgin olive oil from Spain
by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
"Drizzle," a finishing oil made from young-harvest Picual olives for a peppery flavor
After becoming the fifth-largest olive oil brand nationally in under four years, Graza launched Graza Mayo, a line of olive oil-based mayos, in early 2026
While the company has not been acquired, it remains privately held
Andrew Benin (CEO)
Kettle-cooked potato chips fried in olive oil.
Graza offers products such as mayonnaise and potato chips cooked in extra virgin olive oil
Graza launched its signature olive oils, "Drizzle" and "Sizzle," in glass bottles in August 2025.
The oils are made from single-origin Picual olives from Jaén, Spain.
Graza's products are available through reputable retailers like Whole Foods Market and Kroger
established partnerships with major retailers like Whole Foods Market and Kroger
founded in **October 2020**
officially **launched January 11, 2022**
in February 2025, the company launched "Frizzle," a high-heat cooking oil made from naturally extracted olive pomace blended with extra virgin olive oil.
*Food & Wine* named its duo set the **best value set**
the glass bottle versions of "Sizzle" and "Drizzle" are priced at $19.99 and $22.99, respectively, with a bundled set available for $42.98
launching a line of mayonnaise and aioli made with their olive oil
notably packaged in distinctive squeeze bottles
Graza is a privately held company.
The founders of Graza are Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
Graza started with two products: Sizzle, olive oil for cooking; and Drizzle, olive oil meant to be used as a topping
Graza implemented a price increase on its signature "Sizzle" and "Drizzle" olive oils
By 2025, Graza had become the fifth-largest olive oil brand in the U.S., leading the category in sales velocity and achieving a valuation of $240 million.
By 2025, Graza had become the fifth-largest olive oil brand in the U.S., leading the category in sales velocity and achieving a valuation of $240 million.
introduced its olive oils in glass bottles, responding to consumer feedback regarding packaging sustainability
Frizzle High Heat Cooking Oil:** About $10.97 to $14.99 for a 25.3 oz squeeze bottle.
co-founded by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
institutional investor Spacestation Investments
packaged in distinctive **squeeze bottles**
Graza Mayo, a new line of olive oil-based mayos rolling out at retail in January 2026
Allen Dushi
Concept founded in **October 2020**
Benin currently serves as the company's CEO.
**Sizzle** – Everyday cooking olive oil (higher smoke point, more neutral flavor)
Graza is a private company, meaning it's not publicly traded
Graza, which remains privately held by its co-founders, Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
The products started rolling out to Whole Foods locations and other retailers in January 2026
Benin serving as the current **CEO**
A line of mayonnaise made with their olive oil.
Food & Wine named their duo set as the best value set.
emphasizing fresh Spanish oil, easy dispensing, and vibrant branding
No major scandals (adulteration, lawsuits, recalls) have surfaced
Andrew Benin continues to serve as the CEO and Co-Founder
Sizzle sells for $16
The new glass bottle options are available for both the "Sizzle" and "Drizzle" varieties
Sizzle sells for $16 and Drizzle for $21
The company continues as an independent, privately held business
Graza's CEO Andrew Benin wrote an explosive LinkedIn post attacking Brightland's founder
Released olive oil in a spray format and "Frizzle" oil specifically for frying
single-origin Spanish extra virgin olive oil
The company operates out of Brooklyn, New York.
The original three SKUs are Drizzle (500mL finishing oil), Sizzle (750mL cooking oil), and Frizzle (750mL high-heat oil)
"Sizzle," a cooking oil from more mature olives with a milder taste and higher smoke point
Founder/CEO Andrew Benin remains in charge
Benin as CEO and public face of the brand
Dushi is COO
In April 2023, CEO Andrew Benin prompted viral backlash for his LinkedIn post bemoaning "copycats"
Graza raised the price of its olive oil by $1 per bottle
Graza expanded its format offerings to include **glass bottles** (first time)
**Drizzle**: A 500mL extra virgin olive oil intended for finishing dishes, priced at $21
fifth-largest olive oil brand in the U.S.
It is still independently held with no announced acquisition, new controlling investors, or executive-team shake-ups in public sources.
Additional items**: Olive oil mayonnaise and potato chips fried in 100% extra virgin olive oil [1][13]
Extra Virgin Olive Oil Potato Chips
Graza is a Spanish olive oil brand
In 2025, Graza was named "Brand of the Year" by NOSH, highlighting its rapid growth and cultural relevance.
This product, with a smoke point up to 490°F, is tailored for frying, baking, and grilling.
Scam Detector assigned graza.co a low trust score of 12.6 out of 100, labeling it as "Untrustworthy. Risky. Danger."
another assessment by Gridinsoft's Website Reputation Checker gave the site a trust score of 70 out of 100
This product, with a smoke point up to 490°F, is tailored for frying, baking, and grilling.
A review from Scam Detector assigned Graza's website a low trust score of 12.6 out of 100, labeling it as "Untrustworthy. Risky. Danger."
represented **24% of total olive oil growth** that year
By November 2025, Graza released Drizzle and Sizzle in **glass bottles** with pop-up pour spouts
The company launched a **Pinot Meunier wine** (Nov 2025)
an office-themed holiday gift set with Yahoo called the "Sssshhhhizzle Keyboard Oil"
Graza counters that the opaque plastic blocks light to slow oxidation
Graza's checkout page defaults to **"Subscribe & Save"** over one-time purchases
representing **24% of total olive oil growth** in 2025
4.9/5 star rating
over 3,200 five-star reviews on its website
widely carried by major retailers like **Costco, Whole Foods, and The Fresh Market**
The *New York Times* previously ranked it among top widely available oils
Released Drizzle and Sizzle in glass bottles with pop-up pour spouts, moving away from permanent plastic squeeze bottles
Launched a **Pinot Meunier wine** with Limited Addition Wines and a "Sssshhhhizzle" keyboard oil set with Yahoo
The brand has been criticized for making **vague health claims** without providing **lab reports** verifying polyphenol levels
Graza lacks **organic certification**, **PDO status**, or **IOC quality seals**
Graza’s checkout page defaults to **"Subscribe & Save"** over a one-time purchase
In April 2024, CEO **Andrew Benin** posted a controversial message on LinkedIn criticizing a competitor for copying Graza’s squeeze bottle design
- https://www.nbcnews.com/news/viral-olive-oil-company-ceo-post-backlash-rcna81597
- https://www.today.com/food/news/graza-olive-oil-ceo-viral-post-backlash-brightland-rcna81749
- https://www.fastcompany.com/90888563/the-hottest-drama-on-linkedin-is-this-fight-about-olive-oil-bottle-design
- https://www.linkedin.com/posts/andrew-benin-96340225_copycat-founders-activity-7056582000572284928-4duu
The *New York Times* covered the story
*America's Test Kitchen* ranked Graza in the **middle**, with cheaper brands like **Filippo Berio** and **Bertolli** scoring higher due to taste
*Serious Eats* described it as merely **"serviceable"**
a sponsorship of the popular cooking competition show "Top Chef,"
- https://together.nbcuni.com/insights/news/nbcuniversal-spices-up-season-23-of-top-chef-with-bold-brand-partnerships/
- https://flickdirect.com/news/8535/top-chef-season-23-unveils-new-strategic-partnerships-to-engage-viewers/article.ashx
- https://www.marketingdive.com/news/graza-olive-oil-enters-new-category-with-largest-paid-campaign-to-date/813675/
The marketing of their "Frizzle" high-heat cooking oil as "naturally refined" has been questioned
has carved out a significant space in the market since its launch in 2022
The olive oil is available at more than 11,000 retailers, including Whole Foods, Target, and Walmart.
He later posted an apology, saying the original post "was out of character for me, and there was no need to insert so much negativity into our day"
In September 2023, Graza increased prices from $15 to $16 a bottle
- https://www.modernretail.co/operations/how-brands-like-graza-are-dealing-with-olive-oil-price-hikes/
- https://www.foodnavigator-usa.com/Article/2022/01/12/Graza-debuts-premium-affordable-olive-oil-in-squeeze-bottle-format/
- https://thecatalystnews.com/2023/09/08/the-rise-and-fall-of-specialty-olive-oil/
often $20–30 per bottle depending on size/subscription
sells “everyday” and “drizzle” extra-virgin olive oils in stand-up squeeze pouches
Raised venture funding and increased production volume.
continues to emphasize Spanish Picual and Arbequina harvests with short “harvest-to-bottle” timelines
some batches now come from larger cooperatives rather than single estates
Multi-layer plastic/foil pouches are convenient but not recyclable in most municipal streams
founded in 2021
privately held by its co-founders along with a group of venture capital firms that acquired equity stakes during early funding rounds
Graza is privately held by its founders and a group of venture capital firms, including Brand Foundry Ventures, BFG Partners, Cashmere Fund, J.P. Morgan Growth Equity Partners, and Spacestation.
- https://www.thecashmerefund.com/blogs/graza-hits-240m-valuation---a-10x-investment-for-the-cashmere-fund
- https://www.thecashmerefund.com/portfolio-company/graza
- https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/490963-51
- https://tracxn.com/d/companies/graza/__ftaJ3hGsKXDM63L4tD4bHrlLbkoEaAbtmxLZQ-0Ap40/funding-and-investors
backed by venture investors, including **Sweater Ventures**
projecting **$48.4 million** in sales for 2024
- https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/07/how-graza-olive-oil-co-founder-andrew-benin-built-the-business.html
- https://www.cnbc.com/video/2024/06/07/48-million-a-year-selling-olive-oil.html
- https://insideretail.us/how-graza-became-a-48-million-olive-oil-brand-stocked-by-whole-foods-and-target/
- https://grocerfolk.com/blog/brand-breakdown-graza
**Gochu Chips:** Potato chips fried in 100% extra virgin olive oil
**Martini:** A canned olive oil martini co-branded with beverage company Aura Bora
backed by investors including **Sweater Ventures** [12]
an estimated **$48 million in annual revenue** as of 2024 [2][13]
- https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/07/how-graza-olive-oil-co-founder-andrew-benin-built-the-business.html
- https://insideretail.asia/2025/12/16/how-graza-became-a-48-million-olive-oil-brand-stocked-by-whole-foods-and-target/
- https://www.inc.com/maria-jose-gutierrez-chavez/how-this-cult-olive-oil-brand-just-expanded-into-wine/91260879
co-founded by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi in January 2022
- https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/07/how-graza-olive-oil-co-founder-andrew-benin-built-the-business.html
- https://www.newhope.com/brands/graza-bold-single-source-olive-oil-started-spanish-kitchen
- https://grocerfolk.com/blog/brand-breakdown-graza
- https://tracxn.com/d/companies/graza/__ftaJ3hGsKXDM63L4tD4bHrlLbkoEaAbtmxLZQ-0Ap40
a "Starter Kit" which includes both "Sizzle" and "Drizzle" oils, refill cans, and a funnel for around **$65**
Founded in January 2022 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
Olive Oil Sprays:** Ranging from about $5.47 to $9.99.
by **Rich Shih**, a restaurateur and chef
along with co-founder **Vivian Shih**
Rich Shih serves as the CEO and co-founder
The company has raised venture capital funding but hasn't been acquired by a larger corporation
Graza olive oil generally costs around **$20-30 per bottle** for standard sizes (750ml)
Graza is named after Grazalema, a village in the province of Cadiz in Spain and the first stop on Benin's olive oil tour
Graza raised approximately $230,000 in initial SAFE notes
roughly $1M from friends, family, angels, and Casper co-founder Neil Parikh ahead of launch
a further $2.8M later in 2022, for total outside capital of just under $3M
the company received its first investment of $50,000 in May 2021 from Neil Parikh, co-founder of Casper
along with $230,000 from various angel investors later that year
Graza was co-founded in January 2022 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
The company also sells refill bottles, gift sets and Grazola, a sweet and salty gluten-free granola made with oats toasted in their "Sizzle" EVOO
Founded by Andrew Benin in 2020
institutional investors like **Spacestation Investments** and others
Headquarters**: New York City
Still independently owned by founder Andrew Benin, who also serves as CEO
- https://www.cnbc.com/2024/06/07/how-graza-olive-oil-co-founder-andrew-benin-built-the-business.html
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-benin-96340225/
- https://www.thecashmerefund.com/blogs/graza-hits-240m-valuation---a-10x-investment-for-the-cashmere-fund
- https://tracxn.com/d/companies/graza/__ftaJ3hGsKXDM63L4tD4bHrlLbkoEaAbtmxLZQ-0Ap40
- https://insideretail.asia/2026/02/03/graza-co-founder-allen-dushi-discusses-balancing-being-a-father-and-brand-founder/
**Everyday** – A milder extra-virgin olive oil designed for cooking, roasting, and everyday use. Comes in 500 ml or 1 L squeeze bottles.
500 ml bottle: ~$22–25
- https://www.target.com/p/graza-drizzle-extra-virgin-olive-oil-for-finishing-500ml/-/A-88686390
- https://www.centralmarket.com/product/graza-drizzle-extra-virgin-olive-oil-500-ml/6795506
- https://www.amazon.com/Graza-Drizzle-Extra-Virgin-Olive-Oil-Finishing-High-Polyphenol/dp/B09WTZRV6Z
- https://www.worldmarket.com/p/graza-drizzle-extra-virgin-olive-oil-621652.html
pressed from Arbequina and Picual olives in Jaén, Spain
These bottles feature 100% UV-blocking paint to protect the oil's freshness.
feature a custom-built pop-up spout for controlled pouring
is available in various formats, including squeeze bottles, spray bottles, and 2-liter jugs
- https://www.graza.co/products/frizzle-squeeze
- https://www.graza.co/products/frizzle-spray
- https://www.graza.co/products/frizzle-jug
- https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewwatman/2025/02/25/drizzle-sizzle-and-now-frizzle-graza-debuts-new-high-heat-cooking-oil-and-spray-bottle-format/
- https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/graza-debuts-high-heat-cooking-oil--frizzle--in-whole-foods-market-and-on-e-commerce-302384495.html
In May 2024, Graza introduced nitrogen-sealed "beer can" refills for its olive oil bottles.
expanded into **wine** with a limited-edition "Nice Wine" Pinot Meunier
- https://www.inc.com/maria-jose-gutierrez-chavez/how-this-cult-olive-oil-brand-just-expanded-into-wine/91260879
- https://lushworthy.com/blog/graza-olive-oil-nice-wine-pinot-meunier
- https://mysa.wine/products/graza-x-limited-addition-nice-wine
- https://www.facebook.com/getgraza/posts/allow-us-to-introduce-nice-winea-limited-edition-pinot-meunier-made-by-our-winem/864719902889795/
Graza entered the **mayonnaise category** with its largest paid marketing campaign ("Seriously Serious")
- https://www.marketingdive.com/news/graza-olive-oil-enters-new-category-with-largest-paid-campaign-to-date/813675/
- https://lbbonline.com/news/graza-oil-mayo-seriously-serious
- https://musebyclios.com/advertising/graza-is-seriously-serious-about-its-largest-brand-campaign/
- https://adage.com/creativity/work/aa-graza-seriously-serious/
In late 2023, Graza implemented a price increase
A significant product evolution occurred in mid-2025 with the introduction of glass bottles
Graza continues to operate with a policy of not accepting returns on its perishable products
the company has reportedly implemented a hiring freeze and reduced its marketing budget
Graza's return policy remains that olive oil, as a perishable item, cannot be returned.
The new line is launching at Whole Foods Market with all squeeze formats and the Original Mayo jar
Central Market following in February carrying the Fancy Mayo and Garlic Aioli jars
Graza is rolling out its Extra Virgin Olive Oil Potato Chips to Target stores nationwide in four flavors
chips crafted with potatoes cooked in 100% EVOO
In February 2026, NASCAR announced a new partnership with Graza, naming the brand the Official Olive Oil and Mayonnaise of NASCAR
Graza also serves as the primary partner on Brad Keselowski's No. 6 Ford Mustang for the March 1 NASCAR Cup Series race at Circuit of the Americas
- https://www.rfkracing.com/news/2026/february/24/graza-olive-oil-joins-rfk-racing-and-brad-keselowski-as-primary-partner-at-circuit-of-the-americas
- https://www.jayski.com/2026/02/24/graza-olive-oil-sponsoring-brad-keselowski-at-cota/
- https://speedwaymedia.com/2026/02/24/graza-olive-oil-joins-rfk-racing-and-brad-keselowski-as-primary-partner-at-circuit-of-the-americas/
will be a full season associate partner on Ryan Preece's No. 60 Ford Mustang throughout the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season
- https://www.rfkracing.com/news/2026/february/24/graza-olive-oil-joins-rfk-racing-and-brad-keselowski-as-primary-partner-at-circuit-of-the-americas
- https://www.jayski.com/2026/02/24/graza-olive-oil-sponsoring-brad-keselowski-at-cota/
- https://speedwaymedia.com/2026/02/24/graza-olive-oil-joins-rfk-racing-and-brad-keselowski-as-primary-partner-at-circuit-of-the-americas/
As of April 30, 2026, the latest employee count at Graza is 54
Fancy Mayo retails for a suggested $10.99 per 12-ounce squeeze bottle or $10.99 per 11.2-ounce jar
Garlic Aioli retails for a suggested $9.99 per 12-ounce squeeze bottle or $9.99 per 11.2-ounce jar
Core customer-facing policies (returns, shipping minimums, subscription terms) have stayed largely consistent
No sweeping changes to refund windows, loyalty programs, or sourcing transparency rules have been publicized
single-origin Spanish arbequina
the Everyday vs. Drizzle product split
Graza was launched in 2022
Roughly **$15–$21** per bottle (most around **$18**) [2][4][9]
**Drizzle** | Finishing (raw) | 500 mL (16.9 oz) | **$21**
Prior to Graza, Benin gained experience at direct-to-consumer startups like Warby Parker and Casper
The "Graza Mayo" line is priced between $8.99 and $12.99, depending on the variety and packaging.
The oils are packaged in opaque, plastic squeeze bottles with a screw top
The "Frizzle" high-heat cooking oil is priced at approximately **$11 to $15** for a 750ml bottle.
Andrew Benin
It has reportedly raised capital through SAFE notes and from friends and family, rather than through large institutional venture rounds.
**Drizzle**: 500mL finishing oil (peppery, high polyphenols); originally $20, now **$21** [2][9]
**Drizzle** – Finishing olive oil (more peppery, bold flavor for salads, bread, etc.)
Allen Dushi serves as the co-founder and **COO**
glass bottles** launched in August 2025
founder-led by Andrew Benin
its signature squeeze-bottle format
Graza is headquartered in Brooklyn, United States
In August 2025, Graza announced the launch of its first-ever glass bottles for the Drizzle and Sizzle duo
By 2025, Graza had become the fifth-largest olive oil brand in the U.S., leading the category in sales velocity and achieving a valuation of $240 million.
- https://grocerfolk.com/blog/brand-breakdown-graza
- https://www.thecashmerefund.com/blogs/graza-hits-240m-valuation---a-10x-investment-for-the-cashmere-fund
- https://www.inc.com/maria-jose-gutierrez-chavez/how-this-cult-olive-oil-brand-just-expanded-into-wine/91260879
- https://www.nosh.com/awards/2025/graza
By 2025, Graza had become the fifth-largest olive oil brand in the U.S., leading the category in sales velocity and achieving a valuation of $240 million.
sourced from **Picual olives in Jaén, Spain**
Graza has seen significant financial growth, with a reported valuation of around $240 million.
Graza raised prices in 2023–2024 in response to the sharp global spike in extra-virgin olive oil commodity costs
Benin later posted an update apologizing
Earlier, in February 2025, the company launched "Frizzle," a high-heat cooking oil made from naturally extracted olive pomace blended with extra virgin olive oil.
These opaque glass bottles are designed to protect the oil from light exposure and come with a pop-up spout for controlled pouring.
Graza is a Brooklyn-based olive oil company
**Brooklyn, New York** [1][5]
Glass Sizzle:** $19.99 (up from $16 for the squeeze bottle)
brought in an estimated $48.4 million in revenue by the end of 2024
Andrew Benin serves as the CEO
Today, Sizzle sells for $16 and Drizzle for $21
In **April 2023**, co-founder Andrew Benin posted an angry (and later apologized for) LinkedIn post accusing competitor **Brightland** of being a "copycat" brand
The company is headquartered in Brooklyn, New York.
Andrew Benin**: Co-founder and CEO, with a background at Warby Parker and Casper.
There are no prominent reports of fraud, false origin claims, legal action, or ethical sourcing controversies specifically tied to Graza
There have been no major acquisitions announced
*Food & Wine* named its duo set the **best value set**
brightly colored, squeezable plastic bottles
launch day was January 11, 2022, when their oil was available for purchase on the site
available at its website (**graza.co**) and major retailers including **Whole Foods, Target, Costco, and Walmart**
headquartered in **Brooklyn, New York**
Allen is the co-founder and COO of Graza
Additionally, Graza has introduced new formats like the "beer can" refill, Sizzle Spray, and Sizzle Bag in a Box, as well as new products like Frizzle, a high-heat cooking oil, and Extra Virgin Olive Oil Potato Chips
The company was co-founded by Andrew Benin, who serves as the CEO, and Allen Dushi.
marketed as “Drizzle” for finishing/EVOO and “Sizzle” for cooking
The company now offers its popular "Drizzle" and "Sizzle" olive oils in glass bottles and has introduced aluminum refill cans.
the brand officially launching on **January 11, 2022**
It launched around 2020–2021 with heavy Instagram/TikTok marketing
Graza has introduced its "Drizzle" and "Sizzle" oils in glass bottles and large refill cans.
In 2023, Graza's CEO publicly accused rival brand Brightland of copying their squeeze bottle design in a LinkedIn post
Graza was founded by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi
In September 2023, Graza raised the price of its olive oil by $1 per bottle.
The company has also ventured into other pantry staples, including mayonnaise and olive oil potato chips.
Andrew Benin is the co-founder and CEO
founded ~2021
selling extra-virgin olive oil in distinctive squeeze bottles
Graza is a Brooklyn-based olive oil company founded in 2021 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi.
Graza is a Brooklyn-based olive oil company founded in 2021 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi.
In August 2025, Graza launched its first-ever glass bottles for the Drizzle and Sizzle duo
Graza accused Brightland of stealing its squeeze-bottle design when Brightland launched a pizza oil in a plastic bottle similar to Graza's
Graza uses single-origin extra virgin olive oil made with Picual olives from Jaén, Spain, sourced from over 70 independent farms
Sizzle** is now **$16** (was $15)
Graza remains **privately held**
*Wirecutter* called its "Sizzle" oil the **best all-purpose oil tested** in 2025
Wirecutter called Graza's Sizzle olive oil "the best all-purpose oil we tested,"
priced at **$19.99 (Sizzle)** and **$22.99 (Drizzle)**
headquartered in Brooklyn, New York
Drizzle for $21
Dushi had a background in the apparel industry
Andrew Benin continuing as CEO and co-founder
**Sizzle**: A 750mL extra virgin olive oil designed for everyday cooking, priced at $16
gained attention through direct-to-consumer sales
**Frizzle**: 750mL neutral high-heat oil [1]
No major ownership shake-ups or bankruptcies reported.
Graza has become the fifth largest national olive oil brand
The company is based in **New York City**
**Sizzle**: 750mL cooking-grade extra virgin olive oil; originally $15, now **$16** [2][9]
privately held and founder-owned
These opaque glass bottles are designed to protect the oil from light exposure and feature a pop-up spout for controlled pouring.
Allen Dushi is the co-founder and COO of Graza
Andrew Benin remains the **CEO**
In February 2026, NASCAR announced that Graza would become the Official Olive Oil and Official Mayonnaise of NASCAR, building on a recently announced partnership with RFK Racing
The original squeeze bottle prices remain unchanged at **$16** (Sizzle) and **$21** (Drizzle)
The company has also introduced subscription options for its products, offering discounts to consumers who opt for regular deliveries.
headquartered in Brooklyn, New York
no recent changes to Graza’s leadership or ownership
The company also announced a partnership with NASCAR, becoming the official olive oil and mayonnaise of the racing organization.
**Frizzle**: A 750mL high-heat cooking oil, priced at $14
Andrew Benin founded the company in **2020**
has **not** been acquired by a larger corporation
Graza now offers its "Drizzle" and "Sizzle" olive oils in glass bottles
Andrew Benin (CEO)
single-origin Spanish EVOO
Sizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil:** Around $13.48 to $16.99 for a 25.4 fl oz squeeze bottle.
Graza specializes in **extra virgin olive oil**
**Sizzle**: A 750mL cooking oil priced at $16.
Graza sources its oil from **single farms in Jaén, Spain**, using 100% **Picual olives** [1][5]
sold online at **graza.co** and in major retailers like **Whole Foods, Target, Costco, and Walmart** [1]
a partnership with NASCAR
In February 2025, Graza introduced "Frizzle," a high-heat cooking oil made from naturally extracted olive pomace blended with extra virgin olive oil.
No reported executive departures, new C-suite hires, or leadership transitions in the past 1–2 years
Andrew Benin as the CEO
In August 2025, it launched **aluminum can refills**
The line consists of three varieties: Original Mayo, Fancy Mayo (the first-ever unrefined, 100% extra-virgin olive oil mayo), and Garlic Aioli (a first-to-market 100% olive oil aioli with real chopped garlic)
launch **Frizzle** (a high-heat cooking oil)
single-origin Spanish olive oil
A high-heat cooking oil.
driven by poor harvests in Spain and elsewhere
Graza has expanded its product line to include mayonnaise and extra virgin olive oil potato chips.
In February 2025, Graza expanded its product line with Frizzle, a high-heat cooking oil made from a blend of olive pomace oil and extra virgin olive oil.
In August 2025, Graza introduced glass bottles for its "Drizzle" and "Sizzle" olive oils, responding to consumer demand for sustainable, plastic-free options.
Graza** is a direct-to-consumer brand selling extra-virgin olive oil in colorful squeeze bottles
co-founder Andrew Benin's time in Spain
The company remains privately held.
Their subscription service remains a key part of their direct-to-consumer strategy
Graza was the **fifth-largest olive oil brand** in the U.S.
there have been no recent changes to leadership or ownership
Andrew Benin is still the CEO
Drizzle Extra Virgin Olive Oil:** Approximately $17.98 to $21.99 for a 16.9 oz squeeze bottle.
They've focused on marketing around fresh, early-harvest oils
Graza appears to remain a private company
Andrew co-founded Graza in 2020
The "Drizzle" and "Sizzle" olive oils typically retail for around **$15 to $22** for a 500ml or 750ml bottle.
Graza is a Brooklyn-based olive oil company founded in January 2022 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi.
single-origin extra virgin olive oils sourced from Picual olives in Jaén, Spain
Graza has expanded beyond olive oil and into condiments with the launch of Graza Mayo
Allen Dushi holds the position of COO
The company launched its largest paid marketing campaign to date, titled "Seriously Serious," designed to mark its introduction into the mayonnaise category
Andrew Benin is co-founder and CEO of Graza
by **Andrew Benin** (CEO) and **Allen Dushi** (co-founder and COO)
customers praising the squeeze-bottle design, single-origin taste, and attractive branding
Allen Dushi (COO)
The most significant controversy surrounds Graza's use of plastic squeeze bottles.
available for purchase on their official website and in various retailers, including Whole Foods, Target, Costco, and Walmart
In August 2025, Graza introduced its first **glass bottles**
In February 2025, it introduced a **spray bottle** format and a "Frizzle" oil for higher-heat frying
Original Mayo retails for a suggested $8.99 per 17-ounce squeeze bottle or $12.99 per 22.1-ounce jar
Graza is a Brooklyn-based olive oil company founded in 2021 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi.
Graza is a Brooklyn-based olive oil company founded in 2021 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi.
Graza is a Brooklyn-based olive oil company founded in 2021 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi.
Allen Dushi**: Co-founder and COO, bringing over a decade of experience in apparel retail.
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