The Olive Branch - Winona Lake, Indiana

Lisa Mann

I got a bottle of their espresso flavored balsamic vinegar a couple years ago and really enjoyed it. Since it was long gone and we were coming over this way, I wanted to get over to get another bottle and see what else they have.

I wasn’t disappointed. We were greeted by Oliver, the resident cat. Maria took us through all the oils and vinegars and let us taste anything we wanted. I loved some of it and didn’t like others but it was a great experience. We ended up getting the espresso that I came for as well as a Honey Ginger White Balsamic, a Cinnamon Pear Balsamic (very autumnal), and a Pecan infused olive oil. We were told that the espresso flavored vinegar was often used as a marinade for beef. I’ll have to try that for sure.

Cindy Ferguson

We purposely came to the Olive Branch store after buying their products in the past few years at the Indianapolis Christmas Gift & Hobby show. What a great little store & such friendly owner & employees. Very knowledgeable! We’ll be back!

Libby Goins Tabor

Amazing experience with the shop owner!!!! Highly recommend asking for her suggestions, because she has a talent with flavors. She paired the blood orange vinaigrette with the pumpkin spice olive oil and it was to die for. The curry olive oil was also a big hit. Great shop and great selection.

Otto B

Our family has enjoyed shopping at the Olive Branch over the last few years since moving to the area. It is so nice to have something like this in Northeast Indiana.

It is great to sample their offerings, but honestly no sample is necessary because you can't go wrong. We have used both their balsamic infusions and olive oils in our own kitchen but also love giving them as gifts. One of the things we like is that they offer the smaller bottles which are perfect to introduce others to what they are missing. Then when you find one you like you can buy a big bottle and enjoy it.

On one occasion I had a slight payment issue where a credit was not properly applied. The store owners called me back on the same day and apologized and made the situation right.

You don't realize how much the offerings at the Olive Branch will change the quality of your dish until you start to experiment. Take my advice and find one or two that you love and it will change your life in the kitchen.

rh25170 (rh25170)

Great place to find local, great tasting olive oils and accessories.
They allow you to taste before buying.
One of my favorites are the Italian centered, or garlic flavored oils.
But the citrus-y oils taste phenomenal and I will likely be getting one next time I make a purchase at this store.

Tim Rue

Great selection of flavors of oils and vinegars to taste (almost all that they offer) and good discussion of properties and origins. Only negative note was a flavor that we used to get (violet) was no longer available from their distributor, for some reason, but they were going to check on it.

Zachary Frieben

First off, it smells awesome in here! The selection of olive oils and vinegars is impressive! There are some that are truly unique, like olive oil with Herbs de Provence. We took some aged balsamic vinegar home. Can't wait to try it out!

Sheila Coulbourn

I always go to the Olive Branch when I go to Winona Lake. I have always had a pleasant experience. This year when I went, they made a mistake in my order that I had shipped. I called and they said they would send the correct item. It has been over a week and I still do not have my order. I called and spoke with the new owner and he is not very nice and was rude to me on the phone. I have a choice as to where I spend my money and it will not be here any more! I will go online and find a different source!