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The following recipe comes from our huge collection of soapmaking recipes long before saponification calculators and may not make the best soap. They are here for historical purposes only.Proceed at your own risk if you choose to attempt this recipe. *Read precautions on lye can before using. All Olive Oil Castile Soap Pure Castile soap is made entirely from olive oil. This takes a very long time to thicken or trace. Originating in the Castile region of Spain, an area rich in the production of olive oil.16 ounces by weight olive oil2 ounces by weight pure lye*6 fluid ounces cold waterHeat olive oil slowly to 80-85 degrees. Dissolve lye into water and let cool until 80-85 degrees. Pour lye solution into oil. Pour in a slow, steady, thin stream with slow even stirring. Stir until thick like honey, this may take a long time. Pour into mold. Cover and keep warm for 24 hours. Cut into bars and age 4 weeks. Recipes 1890's Soap Original Lewis Lye Can Laundry Soap Lard Soap Olive Oil Soap Salt Water Lathering Soap Herb Infused Soap Cow's Milk Soap Coconut Milk Soap Shampoo Bar Soap Recipe Lotion Bar Recipe