HERATI Saffron Super Negin Grade 1 - 2g Tin, All‑Red Hand‑Harvested Threads, Lab‑Tested

Herati Super Negin Grade 1 saffron threads are premium, hand‑harvested, all‑red saffron from Herat, Afghanistan, sealed in a 2 g tin for freshness and high color, aroma, and flavor potency.

Handpicked on family farms in Herat and processed with depollination and independent lab testing, this saffron aims to deliver a clean, potent culinary ingredient for tea, rice dishes, desserts, and more. Packaged in an airtight tin to preserve delicate terpenes and pigments, the 2‑gram portion is sized for home cooks and specialty recipes that call for the finest threads.

How is Herati saffron different from standard saffron?

This saffron undergoes careful manual selection and a depollination step that reduces pollen and concentrates the red stigmas. Independent lab verification confirms strong pigment and aroma markers, and the product meets international quality standards.

• Super Negin Grade 1: all‑red, long stigmas with minimal yellow parts
• Depollinated threads for cleaner appearance and potency
• Lab-tested markers: high crocin for color, safranal for aroma, picrocrocin for flavor
• Sealed 2 g tin to lock freshness and prevent light exposure

What are the best ways to use these 2 grams of saffron?

Use a few threads to infuse liquids, then add the infused liquid to the dish for even color and aroma. Suitable for savory and sweet preparations, a small amount goes a long way because of concentrated pigments and volatile compounds.

• Bloom 3–5 threads in warm water, milk, or stock for 10 minutes before adding
• Add to paella, biryani, risotto, or saffron rice near the end of cooking
• Stir into tea, golden milk, custards, or desserts for fragrance and color
• Use sparingly—this 2 g tin contains many servings when used as directed

How is purity and quality verified for this saffron?

Quality is maintained through traditional hand sorting and an exclusive depollination process, then verified by independent testing against established metrics. The product carries internationally recognized verifications to support transparency.

• Hand‑harvested and sorted to remove impurities and extraneous parts
• Independent lab results showing elevated crocin, safranal, and picrocrocin values
• Certified to common standards such as ISO 3632 and marked Kosher, Halal, Non‑GMO
• Airtight tin packaging minimizes oxidation and loss of aroma

How should I store and measure this saffron for best results?

Keep the sealed tin in a cool, dry, dark place away from strong odors to preserve volatile aroma compounds. Because the threads are concentrated, measure by thread count or weight rather than volume for consistent results.

• Store sealed tin in a pantry or cupboard away from direct light and heat
• Use 3–5 threads per serving for infusions; adjust to taste for richer color
• Re‑seal tin after each use to maintain freshness
• For long‑term storage, keep away from moisture and strong spices

Who is this for? Home cooks, chefs, and specialty bakers who want top‑tier saffron for aromatic rice dishes, luxe beverages, and refined desserts will appreciate this Herati 2 g tin. It also suits anyone seeking traceable, farm‑sourced saffron with independent quality checks and minimal processing. If you value pure, all‑red threads and careful packaging for freshness, this small tin offers a potent, shelf‑stable supply without fillers or additives.

Ingredients

Pure Saffron Threads