Saffron Threads - 1 Oz. Tin (Premium Grade)

Due to customer demand, we have added this Premium Saffron to our line. The Premium Grade offers a higher potency of flavor and color (ISO Grade I), so you can use less to achieve the flavor you seek! Saffron (Crocus Sativus) is the most expensive spice in the world because of its harvesting process. Imagine harvesting thousands of crocus flowers by hand, and painstakingly extracting three individual threads (called stigmas) that grow inside the flower. Collect over 200,000 threads and you've got one pound! Saffron threads range from deep red to bright orange in color and can reach 1" long. The threads have a distinct flavor and aroma, reminiscent of bitter almonds. Saffron's sublime flavor is infused into countless dishes and can also be used as a yellow dye. Most of the Saffron sold in the U.S. comes from Spain. Other areas that produce Saffron include Portugal, Italy, France, Turkey and India.(Premium Grade)

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