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John Boos MYSB Mystery Butcher Block Oil, 16 Ounce Bottle

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16 Fluid Ounces
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About this item

  • One 16 ounce/473mL of John Boos Mystery Oil, ideal for maintaining and preserving wood food preparation surfaces including: cutting boards, butcher blocks, countertops and utensils
  • Proudly Made in the USA from all natural materials
  • Once a month, John Boos Mystery Oil to your cutting board or butcher block and allow it to soak in overnight. Repeat the process more often when your board is new, or if you live in a dry/arid climate
  • Regular oiling can prevent wood from drying, splitting and cracking
  • NSF Certified (National Sanitation Foundation), and safe for use on food preparation surfaces

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Easy to use
4.8 4.8
Moisturizing
4.8 4.8
Style
4.7 4.7

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John Boos wood cutting boards

John Boos Mystery Oil

Step 1 to Protect your Cutting Board

John Boos Mystery Oil is a food grade oil that is best used as the first step in protecting your board (Step 2, Board Cream sold separately).

Easy To Apply

Apply a coat of John Boos Mystery Oil over the entire surface of your cutting board.

Seals and Moisturizes

Using a paper towel or clean cloth, spread the oil evenly over the board surface- don't forget the sides! Allow the oil to absorb, then wipe off the excess.

Great Results

Mystery oil is easily absorbed and penetrates deeply into the grains of the wood's surface to help protect and revitalize the fibers against drying, bleaching and cracking.

John Boos Oil & Cream: Complete Care for Wooden Cutting Boards, Utensils & More

John Boos recommends a very quick, simple and easy maintenance routine to protect and prolong the life of your John Boos cutting board or butcher block.

Use John Boos Mystery Oil first. The oil is absorbed into the grain, nourishing and preserving the board and restoring moisture lost through repeated washings.

Use John Boos Butcher Block Cream second to lock restored moisture in and leave a silky barrier against future drying, bleaching and cracking.

Both John Boos Mystery Oil and Board Cream are food safe and great for use on all types of wooden boards, utensils and more.

The History of John Boos & Co

In 1887, Effingham, Illinois blacksmith Conrad Boos used a Sycamore tree placed on three legs while hammering horseshoes. Three years later, a local butcher realized a wooden Boos Block could be used for cutting meat, and had one custom made. By 1911, John Boos & Co was shipping custom butcher blocks from coast to coast. Throughout the 20’s to 40’s, John Boos expanded and added tables and workbenches to their product range, the majority of which went to the war effort during WWII. By the 1940s, John Boos had earned their outstanding reputation for quality and craftsmanship, and their butcher blocks were found in every restaurant, food store and butcher shop in America. Today, the traditional craftsmen work ethic is still alive and well at John Boos, where all boards and butcher blocks are still proudly manufactured in Effingham, Illinois. Often imitated, John Boos boards and blocks are favorites of professional chefs and can be found in restaurants and commercial settings worldwide.

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Product Description

Keep your wooden cutting boards and butcher blocks in prime condition with John Boos Block Mystery Oil. Once a month, apply an even coat of NSF Approved John Boos Mystery Oil to your cutting board or butcher block and allow it to soak in overnight. Allow the Mystery oil to fully penetrate through the wood fibers overnight, then wipe off any excess oil. Apply additional oil to any visible dry spots or for any other necessary reasons. Do not over oil your cutting board. Repeat this process more often when the board is brand new and “thirsty,” or if you live in a dry, arid climate. John Boos recommends applying John Boos Board Cream (sold separately) to seal the top of the wood surface after applying the Mystery Oil. A few quick minutes of regular oil application will ensure your new board is properly seasoned, and ready for work! Applied every three to four weeks, John Boos Mystery Oil prevents wood from drying, splitting, or cracking. Mystery Oil is safe for food preparation surfaces and can also be used to maintain wood countertops and wooden kitchen tools. Proudly Made in the USA of all Natural ingredients. NSF certified.

Customer reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars
4.8 out of 5
11,519 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the quality, appearance and ease of use of the auto oil. For example, they mention it works well, leaves a beautiful semi-glossy finish and is easy to apply. Customers are also impresseded with the value, saying it's well worth the money. They appreciate the durability, saying the bottle lasts a long time.

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749 customers mention739 positive10 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the auto oil. They mention that it works well on olive wood, bamboo boards, and cutting boards. Some say that it's a great conditioner that does a good job of protecting.

"...Regular applications have kept my kitchen work tops in beautiful condition. Easy to use, no odors, good price and a bottle goes a long way!" Read more

"The product is very good, absorption is fast, no taste or smell. The bottle has a practical dispenser. I will buy again." Read more

"Works great. I reorder it when im running out." Read more

"I have used this for years on my end-grain cutting boards. It keeps them like new and prevents them from splitting...." Read more

241 customers mention241 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the auto oil. They mention that it leaves a much nicer finish on their cutting board than oils they've uses in the past, making everything look almost new again. The oil also has a beautiful semi-glossy finish that lasts longer than a lemon oil. Customers also say that it brings out the beautiful colors and highlights in the wood.

"...It’s been 20 years and they are in beautiful shape!" Read more

"...this again and immediately conditioned that area and the whole board looks amazing. Never switching again." Read more

"...Now the handles look like new. That shamed me into cleaning my blades and sharpening everything...." Read more

"...It penetrates and moisturizes better, leaving a beautiful semi-glossy finish that lasts longer than a lemon oil application...." Read more

138 customers mention133 positive5 negative

Customers find the auto oil easy to apply. They say it goes on smoothly, is not sticky, and is easy to reapply. Customers also say it works well into the wood and absorbs well.

"...Easy to use, no odors, good price and a bottle goes a long way!" Read more

"...uses this on her Boos butcher block , it really protects it well , easy to apply" Read more

"...This oil is food safe and easy to apply. It will definitely extend the life of my beautiful cutting board." Read more

"...The cream is thicker, but still easy to work into the wood...." Read more

112 customers mention92 positive20 negative

Customers like the value of the auto oil. They mention that it does what it says it does, is pretty darned cheap, and hard to beat the value for the size. Some say that it's worth the effort to do this with their high-end items.

"...Easy to use, no odors, good price and a bottle goes a long way!" Read more

"...Takes a bit of time but well worth it...." Read more

"...because I am optimistic that it will eventually prove itself to be worth the cost...." Read more

"...In my opinion it's worth the extra couple of bucks.I use both this and Clark's Cutting Board Finish Wax...." Read more

82 customers mention58 positive24 negative

Customers like the durability of the auto oil. They mention that it lasts longer than a lemon oil application, and one bottle lasts quite awhile. It also extends the life of their beautiful cutting board and keeps them looking new and well preserved. Customers also say that it keeps wood cutting boards strong and has no crashes in them.

"...This oil is food safe and easy to apply. It will definitely extend the life of my beautiful cutting board." Read more

"...I expect this bottle will last a very long time. This is one of the better cost per fluid ounce options for board oil." Read more

"Not sure I'd buy this again. The bottle was leaking and the lettering on bottle was rubbing off. Obviously not a new bottle...." Read more

"...better, leaving a beautiful semi-glossy finish that lasts longer than a lemon oil application...." Read more

80 customers mention57 positive23 negative

Customers like the water resistance of the auto oil. For example, they mention it does a great job of keeping their wood products moisturized and looking good. It gets rid of dryness and discoloration, and helps keep them from drying and cracking. Some say that it works amazingly well and deeply moisturizes their natural wood products. That said, most are happy with the product's ability to hydrate wood and restore the board's natural appearance.

"...This seemed to make the board "healthier" and not so flaky and dry...." Read more

"Works to keep your boards hydrated" Read more

"...If it looks good move on to the Board Cream. The oil can be drippy so take care for spills...." Read more

"...Thicker and provides better coverage than mineral oil." Read more

66 customers mention60 positive6 negative

Customers like the smell of the auto oil. They say it absorbs well and doesn't develop odors. Some customers also mention that it imparts no taste.

"...Easy to use, no odors, good price and a bottle goes a long way!" Read more

"...With this oil, for one thing a well-oiled board is less likely to absorb odors, but it seems to me like it actually will displace the ordorants...." Read more

"...a nice protection without sticky residue as well as leaving no oily smell behind...." Read more

"...It is odorless and soaks in well on my unfinished butcher block counters. Also works on wood spoons and cutting boards...." Read more

60 customers mention54 positive6 negative

Customers find the oil easy to use and clean up. They say it's a clear oil/wax blend with little scent or taste. They also say it makes cleaning stainless appliances so much easier and helps repel dirt. Customers also say the oil helps keep the cutting board clean and stain and mildew free. They mention that it doesn't leave a residue behind and is an exceptional oil/condition/cleaner for any wood surface.

"...It prevents any bacteria getting into your block from whatever you decide to lay upon it.. water should just slide off when washed...." Read more

"...all scratches and marks disappear, while water beads up and is easily wiped away." Read more

"This is an exceptional oil/condition/cleaner for any wood surface, especially non treated wood...." Read more

"...Not only does this absorb well and quite quickly, it also leaves it looking a lot cleaner and fresher as opposed to mineral oil which seems to be a..." Read more

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Keeps cutting boards like new
I have used this for years on my end-grain cutting boards. It keeps them like new and prevents them from splitting.Use it every few months or as needed. I typically use this oil and then after it is soaked in, I use the bees wax and oil combo (the board lotion) to help retain the oil in the wood.
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I have used this for years on my end-grain cutting boards. It keeps them like new and prevents them from splitting.

Use it every few months or as needed. I typically use this oil and then after it is soaked in, I use the bees wax and oil combo (the board lotion) to help retain the oil in the wood.
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