Graza

Graza

Direct-to-consumer single-origin extra virgin olive oil

Overview

Graza creates everyday-use olive oil by selling high-quality, single-origin extra virgin olive oils directly to consumers. It offers two main products: Finishing Oil 21 Extra Virgin Olive Oil Punchy 500 mL, meant for flavor addition and not heating, and Cooking Oil 16 Extra Virgin Olive Oil Mellow 750 mL, designed for regular cooking. The bottles are squeezy and made from post-consumer plastics that are 100% recyclable, aligning with sustainability goals. Graza differentiates itself by focusing on single-origin oils for consistent flavor, a direct-to-consumer model to control quality and pricing, and a packaging design that makes it easy to use in everyday cooking. The company aims to make good, fresh olive oil affordable for every kitchen and to support sustainability while serving both home cooks and professional chefs.

Significant Headcount Growth

About Graza

Simplify's Rating
Why Graza is rated
B
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated A on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Food & Agriculture

Consumer Goods

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$2.3M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2020

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What believers are saying

  • September 22, 2026, Graza hired Lazard, signaling a liquidity event at $450-$600 million.
  • September 23, 2026, Athletic Brewing launched Cold Off The Press with Graza olive oil.
  • September 25, 2026, Graza and PopUp Bagels launched limited-time spreads around National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day.

What critics are saying

  • A sale process in September 2026 distracts management and invites buyer discipline on price.
  • Category extensions like mayo and chips dilute Graza's core olive-oil brand if velocity slips.
  • If private-label giants copy the squeeze bottle, Graza loses its moat and exit premium.

What makes Graza unique

  • Graza's squeeze bottles made olive oil everyday, not pantry-elite, since 2021.
  • By 2026, Graza reached 28,000 retail doors and Whole Foods, Target, Costco, Walmart.
  • Its 2025-2026 line extensions span mayo, chips, glass bottles, and Frizzle.

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Funding

Total Funding

$2.3M

Below

Industry Average

Funded Over

3 Rounds

Seed funding is usually the first official round after pre-seed, when a startup has a prototype or concept. It’s typically used to develop the product, test the market, and start building the team. Investors here are often angel investors or early-stage venture capitalists.
Seed Funding Comparison
Below Average

Industry standards

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Wellness Program

Paid Vacation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 1%

1 year growth

↑ 7%

2 year growth

↑ 16%
Bake Magazine
Sep 25th, 2026
Graza, PopUp Bagels team up on limited-time spreads.

Graza, PopUp Bagels team up on limited-time spreads. Sep 25, 2026 Graza and PopUp Bagels are partnering on two limited-time spreads that bring Graza's olive oil products to PopUp's bagels. Zesty Caesar Cream Cheese launched Sept. 24. The savory, tangy spread takes inspiration from Graza's new Zesty Caesar potato chips. A second offering, Herby Olive Oil Butter made with Graza extra virgin olive oil, follows Oct. 1. Both spreads will be available Oct. 1-7. The collaboration falls around National Extra Virgin Olive Oil Day on Sept. 30. It also fits PopUp's menu format: the chain sells hot bagels by the bag with separate spreads for dipping. Graza, known for its extra virgin olive oils, has expanded into foods including mayonnaise and olive oil potato chips. The partnership brings flavors from its chips and olive oil into two bagel pairings. Get better retail baking industry search results. Adding BakeMag tells Google to prioritize bake stories.

PR Newswire
Sep 23rd, 2026
Athletic Brewing Company and Graza cook up non-alcoholic collaboration brew, 'Cold Off The Press'

Athletic Brewing Company and Graza cook up non-alcoholic collaboration brew, 'Cold Off The Press' Sep 23, 2026, 09:00 ET Limited-time pils made with extra virgin olive oil brings together two flavor-obsessed brands MILFORD, Conn., Sept. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Athletic Brewing Company, America's largest dedicated non-alcoholic brewer, and Graza, the cult-favorite olive oil brand and pantry staple, today announced the launch of Cold Off The Press, a limited-time non-alcoholic collaboration brew made with Graza Extra Virgin Olive Oil. Crafted with Graza, Cold Off The Press is bright, smooth, and refreshingly unexpected. It will be available in 6-packs of 12-oz. cans at www.athleticbrewing.com beginning September 23, while supplies last. A classic pils with floral, herbal, and lemon aromas and a remarkably clean, dry finish, the brewing process for Cold Off The Press began with extra virgin olive oil, which nourishes the yeast that helps shape the brew. "We love collaborations that push us outside the traditional boundaries of brewing," said John Walker, Co-Founder and COO of Athletic Brewing Company. "The folks at Graza share our passion for great flavor and questioning how familiar products are supposed to look, taste, and feel. There was a natural creative chemistry between our teams, and Cold Off The Press gave us a chance to bring that shared curiosity into the brewhouse, challenge ourselves to think differently, and create something entirely new. We're always willing to chase an idea that sounds a little wild if we believe it can lead somewhere delicious, and this one absolutely did." The collaboration brings together two brands known for reimagining everyday staples. Athletic Brewing has helped redefine expectations for non-alcoholic beer, while Graza has made top-notch, super-fresh olive oil more accessible, approachable, and fun to use through products built for everything from drizzling to sizzling. While extra virgin olive oil is a staple in the brewing process, Cold Off The Press was never intended to taste like olive oil itself. Instead, Athletic's brewing team experimented with incorporating Graza Extra Virgin Olive Oil into the brew while developing a bright, balanced flavor profile that complements food without overpowering it. "We're constantly looking for creative ways to show how versatile olive oil can be, and we loved the idea of taking it somewhere completely new," said Andrew Benin, CEO and Co-Founder of Graza. "Athletic brings the same energy, curiosity, and attention to ingredients and flavor that we do. Cold Off The Press is super drinkable and one of the more deliciously adventurous places we've taken olive oil." The name Cold Off The Press is a playful nod to both brands, pairing the cold-pressing of olives with a crisp, refreshing brew. The result is a grove-to-glass mashup made for serving alongside good food and great company. Equally at home at the dinner table or alongside a game day spread, Cold Off The Press pairs especially well with pizza, grilled vegetables, salty snacks, big sandwiches, charcuterie, and whatever else happens to be on the menu. Brew Details: * Style: Pils * Ingredients: Water, Malted Barley, Rice, Hops, Lemon, Yeast, Olive Oil, Wheat * Nutritional Information: Each 12-oz. can is less than 0.5% ABV and contains 60 calories, 14g of carbs, 0g of protein, and 0g of fat. * Flavor Notes: A bright pils with herbal aromas made with Graza Extra Virgin Olive Oil. * Availability: Limited release on athleticbrewing.com while supplies last. Launched commercially in 2018, Athletic pioneered a proprietary method for making non-alcoholic beer, re-engineering nearly every step of the brewing process through hundreds of small-batch trials. This innovative approach has made Athletic the most highly awarded non-alcoholic brewer of the past decade, with over 200 prestigious taste awards. Additional Brand Assets: Brand images can be downloaded HERE. For press inquiries, please contact: Chris Furnari | [email protected] The Brand Guild | [email protected] About Athletic Brewing Company Athletic Brewing Company is America's largest dedicated non-alcoholic brewer. Athletic is revolutionizing how modern adults drink by crafting full-flavored NA brews that can be enjoyed anytime and anywhere. Launched commercially in 2018, Athletic is the number one non-alcoholic beer brand in America[1] and a top 15 U.S. brewing company[2]. Its award-winning brews are available nationwide at over 75,000 retail locations. Athletic operates custom breweries in Connecticut and California and donates up to $2 million annually to protecting and restoring outdoor spaces across the globe via its Two For The Trails program. Athletic is proudly a Certified B Corporation(TM). Learn more and shop at www.athleticbrewing.com. Follow Athletic Brewing on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, X, and YouTube to stay up-to-date on all things Athletic. [1] NielsenIQ, Total US xAOC + Liquor Open State + Conv, Latest 52 Wks ending 8/8/26 About Graza Founded in 2021 by Andrew Benin and Allen Dushi, Graza was created to help home cooks have more fun in the kitchen with high-quality, crazy fresh olive oil. The brand initially launched with "Drizzle" and "Sizzle," an extra virgin finishing oil and cooking oil duo packaged in easy-to-use squeeze bottles, and quickly emerged as a category leader, becoming the fifth-largest olive oil brand in the U.S. in under four years. Since its debut, Graza has expanded its product lineup to include glass bottles, nitrogen-sealed refill cans, "Frizzle" high-heat cooking oil, a line of olive oil mayo spanning three varieties across two packaging formats, and, most recently, potato chips cooked in 100% extra virgin olive oil and available in four bold flavors. At its core, Graza believes every kitchen deserves great, fresh olive oil that's affordable enough to use every day, while celebrating all the ways it can show up across every meal and snack occasion. Graza can be found in over 28,000 retail doors throughout the country and is available for purchase online. The brand has also received several industry accolades, including NOSH 2025 Brand of the Year, Inc. Best in Business 2025, DIELINE Best in Packaging 2025, and more. To learn more, visit graza.co or follow @getgraza on Instagram. SOURCE Athletic Brewing Company

Axios
Sep 22nd, 2026
Scoop: Graza taps Lazard for potential sale.

Scoop: Graza taps Lazard for potential sale. 22 hours ago Graza, a VC-backed olive oil brand, hired Lazard to explore a sale, Axios Pro has learned. Inside the room: Graza generates $30 million of EBITDA and is seeking a multiple between 15x and 20x, valuing it between $450 million and $600 million, sources say.

DesignRush
Nov 21st, 2025
Yahoo and Graza Bottle Office Humor With 'Sssshhhhizzle' Keyboard Oil

Yahoo and Graza bottle office humor with 'sssshhhhizzle' Keyboard Oil. Yahoo x Graza collab: key findings. Yahoo and Graza partnered to launch "Sssshhhhizzle" Keyboard Oil, using real-world brand experience and office humor to generate earned media. The goal is to create a moment of recognition by turning loud typing into a product that people can immediately relate to. The satirical product is an extension of Yahoo's "techcessories," showing how a legacy brand can maintain relevance through wit and cultural commentary. Yahoo is kicking off the holiday season by launching a highly satirical collaboration that literally bottles office humor. The digital media network teamed up with Graza, a cult-favorite olive oil brand, to introduce the "Sssshhhhizzle" Keyboard Oil. This limited-edition product is inspired by annoying loud typers and the relatable quirks of office life. The product is a playful joke, as the oil inside is 100% extra virgin olive oil intended for cooking, not for actual use on a keyboard. The campaign's strength lies in its ability to elevate a simple office gripe into a gift set designed for holiday demand, which includes: * A bottle of Graza "Sizzle" reimagined as the "Sssshhhhizzle" Keyboard Oil * A keyboard-inspired serving tray * A baseball cap embroidered with "Clickety-Clacker" It's this kind of initiative that works best when both brands understand the joke and commit to the bit. "By pairing the playful digital legacy Yahoo is known for with Graza's bold and flavorful brand identity, we've built a collaboration that's equal parts satire and wit," Graza Director of Brand Marketing Kali Shulklapper said in a news release. It also shows how a light, well-timed cultural wink can deepen brand relevance without needing a major product launch or heavy holiday messaging. A brand finding its voice again. Yahoo built its reputation on helping users navigate the web with ease. But today, the brand is reshaping itself around digital media and ad-tech services. This is evident in the "Sssshhhhizzle" Keyboard Oil, which is the latest in Yahoo's line of playful "techcessories." Past drops like the "Touch Grass" keyboard and "Attach-mints" followed the same spirit, poking fun at the habits people pick up around their screens. "Techcessories" highlights how humor and utility combined can shift brand voice and perception, making a legacy name feel contemporary again. "One of Yahoo's biggest differentiators is that while we're a technology brand, we're not afraid to have fun or do things a little differently," Yahoo Head of Creative Lab Kemma Kefalas told DesigRush. "Millions of people rely on the products we build every day, but we're bringing personality along for the ride in that experience. The keyboard oil we've launched with Graza is a perfect example of how we're bringing that brand personality to life." This creative product launch exemplifies a low-risk, high-impact strategy to secure earned media and viral attention during the holidays. When A joke becomes a brand asset. This Yahoo and Graza collab demonstrates how a simple tension point can deliver stronger attention than a full holiday production. "Whether it's something like 'Reply All Is Scary,' a mini Igloo phone cooler, or Bill Murray sharing his Yahoo email during the Super Bowl, Yahoo is all about helping people get things done online. [A]nd we love highlighting that in a fun relatable way in our campaigns," Kefalas shared with DesignRush. A few strategic moves power the strength of this collaboration: * Invert product function for impact by making a satirical "keyboard oil," creating immediate curiosity and media pull. * Use everyday tension points by tapping into loud typing and other shared office habits that people instantly recognize. * Build from brand history so the novelty feels like a natural extension of "techcessories," making the playfulness feel intentional rather than random. These show how a small, well-timed joke can sharpen brand personality and create talkability without requiring a major campaign. Our take: can a joke product cut through the holiday noise? I think it can, especially when the joke reflects something people experience every day. The Keyboard Oil sells a shared moment of digital friction that anyone who works at a computer instantly recognizes. To me, this is where Yahoo shows real self-awareness, a quality legacy internet brands need if they want to stay culturally relevant. The humor lands because the brand commits to it, and Graza meets them with the same wit and confidence. Together, they created a small but memorable moment that feels modern, relatable, and easy to share. Humorous campaigns targeting workplace culture are in high trend, which is also evident in the new FedEx "Power Move" office campaign. Find a disruptive voice, push creative boundaries, or turn a simple product into a viral one with the Top Creative Agencies.

Creative Review
Sep 17th, 2025
Graza's new campaign shows why packaging isn't important

Working with Chicago-based creative agency Quality Meats to launch this latest product, Graza has also unveiled its largest OOH campaign to date.

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