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Algae Cooking Oil

Algae cooking oil is pressed from fermented microalgae. It is high in omega-9 fat.

Updated Nov 6, 2026. Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.

Where to buy

Algae Cooking Club is the main US brand today. It has been sold through Target, Sprouts and cookware sites like Misen. Stock varies by store.

Professional insight

Chefs treat algae oil as a neutral, high-heat fat. They confirm the brand is still in production.

Thrive algae oil was discontinued in 2020.
Old Thrive bottles online are likely past date.
Aluminum bottles block light better than clear plastic.
Blends with sunflower oil are not pure algae oil.

Check the label

Ingredients list algae oil only, with no blend.
Smoke point stated, such as 535°F.
Best-by date is well ahead.
Bottle size in fl oz or ml.
Brand still in production, not old Thrive stock.
Seal on the cap is intact.

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Algae oil cooking facts

Source: Fermented microalgae
Main fat: Monounsaturated, omega-9
Smoke point: 535°F (about 279°C); As listed for Algae Cooking Club oil.

How to use it

Searing steak or fish at high heat.
Stir-frying and roasting vegetables.
Baking where a neutral taste is wanted.
Salad dressings and mayonnaise.

Storage

Keep the cap tight after each use.
Store away from the stove and sunlight.
Use by the date on the bottle.
Discard oil that smells sharp or like crayons.

Common questions

Does algae oil taste fishy?: No. Culinary algae oil tastes neutral, not like fish or seaweed.
Is algae cooking oil the same as algae omega-3 supplements?: No. Supplements are concentrated DHA oils. Cooking oil is mostly omega-9 fat.
Can I still buy Thrive algae oil?: No new stock is made. Corbion ended the brand in 2020.