Prices start at : 11.50 USD / 1 oz.
The aroma is irreplaceable: musky, honeyed, floral, bitter, and fierce. The tiny stigmas must be carefully plucked by hand from each flower. It's this sheer amount of planting, land, hand-harvesting, and toasting – not to mention the flavor and perfume...
- Ingredients: Saffron
- Shelf Life: Properly stored, saffron has a shelf-life of 3 - 4 years, after that and the potency starts to diminish.
- Country of Origin: Spain
- Basic Preparation: Ready to use, simply add to taste. Alternatively, crush and soak saffron to release its flavor. Many recipes call for a "Pinch" of saffron, which is equivalent to about 20 saffron threads.
- Product Style: Threads
- Handling / Storage: Store saffron in a cool, dark place. Wrap in foil and place in an airtight container.