Broč OPG Šantić | Olive Oil Tasting and Local Flavors of Brač in Postira

Broč OPG Šantić is one of those places that most visitors do not stumble upon during a walk through Postira. Located near the entrance to the village, this family-run tasting room and farm offers an opportunity to experience Brač through what the island has been known for centuries – olive oil, local products, and family tradition.

The first impression is not of a luxurious tasting room or a modern showroom. Everything feels simple, familial, and authentic, which many visitors seek when wanting to meet local producers. When you sit down for a tasting, it quickly becomes clear that the focus is on the products and the story behind them, rather than on a tourist spectacle.

The Šantić family has been cultivating olive groves in various locations across Brač for generations. Their olive groves contain around 1,200 trees, predominantly of the indigenous Brač variety Oblica. The olives are harvested and processed very quickly after picking to retain the pronounced aroma, freshness, and characteristic spiciness for which Brač's extra virgin olive oils are known.

The tasting usually includes their organic extra virgin olive oil Broč, as well as other products they produce themselves. Visitors often sample homemade liqueurs, jams, syrups, figs, and seasonal products that change depending on the time of year. This combination of different flavors leaves a lasting impression, as the visit extends beyond just tasting oil.

What stands out during the visit is how the entire production is connected to the family's way of life. In addition to olive growing, they engage in viticulture, fruit growing, and organic livestock farming. The sheep are found in the olive groves throughout the year, and the farm has held an organic certification for production for many years.

Many guests highlight the hospitality as a reason they remember their visit. Instead of a typical product sale, conversations often end with stories about olives, harvesting, life on Brač, and the differences between industrial and family oil production. As a result, the tasting room feels more like a visit to someone's home than a tourist attraction.

Interestingly, their olive oil has been recognized beyond Croatia and has won awards at international olive oil quality competitions. However, despite the accolades, the farm has remained relatively small and focused on limited production to maintain an ecological approach and product quality.

If during your stay in Postira you want to see what real Brač olive oil production looks like and taste products made by a local family, Broč OPG Šantić is one of the most interesting places for a short excursion away from the beach and promenade.