Cyrus Saffron pure Spanish saffron threads — 5g jar of 100% hand-harvested stigmas, ISO-tested color & aroma

Pure Cyrus Saffron Spanish threads — 5 grams of 100% hand-harvested stigmas for vivid color, aroma, and authentic cooking. Cyrus Saffron’s 5-gram jar contains only the red stigmas — no fillers, no powders — grown and handpicked across trusted fields in Spain and other family farms. Each thread is the top portion of the stigma, carefully selected and lab-tested to meet ISO 3632 standards so home cooks, chefs, and bakers receive consistent color (Crocin), aroma (Safranal), and flavor (Picrocrocin).

How do I use these saffron threads in recipes?

To extract maximum color and aroma, gently steep threads before adding them to dishes. Warm (not boiling) water or milk releases pigments and scent; then stir the infusion into soups, rice, sauces, or baked goods for even distribution.

• Infuse 1/2 teaspoon (about 10–12 threads) in 1–2 tablespoons warm water for 10 minutes.
• Use 1 gram to season 4–6 servings; scale up proportionally for larger portions.
• Add infusion early in slow-cooked dishes or near the end for delicate sauces.
• Grind threads into a pinch with sugar or salt for desserts or finishing touches.

What makes Cyrus Saffron different from other saffron brands?

This saffron is 100% stigmas — only the top, trumpet-shaped portion — handpicked and packed in the USA from family-owned farms. Third-party lab testing confirms high color and aroma values, and the product meets ISO 3632 color readings for premium quality.

• Single-ingredient product: pure red stigmas, no dyes or fillers.
• ISO 3632 tested with documented Crocin and Safranal values.
• Family-run cultivation across Khorasan, Aragon, Greece, and Washington.
• Packaged in controlled facilities to preserve freshness and scent.

How should I store saffron to keep it fresh and potent?

Store threads in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container to preserve color and volatile aroma compounds. Avoid heat, sunlight, and humidity; properly stored saffron retains its qualities for months to years depending on conditions.

• Keep in the original sealed jar or an opaque airtight tin.
• Store away from ovens or windows to prevent heat and light exposure.
• Do not refrigerate with moisture; use silica packets if humidity is a concern.
• Label with purchase date; highest potency is within the first year.

How can I tell if saffron threads are genuine?

Authentic threads maintain a deep red color, trumpet-shaped tips, and release color slowly when infused. Fake or adulterated saffron often bleaches, crumbles, or releases color too quickly and loses aroma when steeped.

• Genuine threads stay intact and don’t turn white after steeping.
• Look for a balanced release of color (not instant staining) and warm aroma.
• Cyrus Saffron includes lab-tested metrics to verify potency and purity.
• Avoid unusually cheap saffron and suspiciously uniform powdered products.

Who is this for? Home cooks, professional chefs, and specialty bakers seeking authentic Spanish saffron will appreciate Cyrus Saffron’s 100% stigma threads. It’s ideal for paella, risotto, bouillabaisse, Persian rice, saffron-infused desserts, and any recipe that depends on true saffron color and scent. Buyers who value traceable sourcing, third-party lab verification, and small-batch hand-harvesting will find this product suited to elevated cooking and gifting.

Features:

• SPANISH SAFFRON — 100% natural red stigmas.
• LAB TESTED — third-party results for aroma, color, and flavor compounds.
• PREMIUM QUALITY — pure handpicked threads, trumpet-shaped tips only.
• 100% MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE — full refund if you are not satisfied.

Ingredients

Organic Saffron

FAQ

Q: How much saffron do I use per person?

A: Use about 1 gram for 4–6 servings; for one dish, 10–15 threads (½ tsp) is common.

Q: Is this saffron lab-tested?

A: Yes. Cyrus Saffron is third-party lab tested to ISO 3632 standards for color and aroma.