Description
Saffron — renowned as the most expensive, aromatic, and prestigious spice worldwide — is cherished in fine gastronomy, luxury cosmetics, and premium wellness.
Iran, acknowledged as the birthplace of saffron, produces over 99% of the world’s supply, standing as the largest exporter, while China leads in imports.
Its distinctive aroma and unique flavor come from Safranal, while Crocin contributes the rich golden hue in culinary applications. Professional authentication methods, including mass spectrometry and high‑performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), ensure purity and guard against adulteration.
Key Components of Saffron
| Component | Function / Description |
|---|---|
| Crocin | Provides vivid golden coloring |
| Picrocrocin | Imparts subtle bitterness |
| Safranal | Responsible for saffron’s signature fragrance |
| Lycopene | Carotenoid also found in tomatoes |
| Beta‑carotenes | Carotenoids present in carrots |
Botanical Profile
The saffron plant (Crocus sativus) is a small perennial herb, measuring 10–30 cm in height. Narrow leaves emerge from the bulb, while flowering stalks bear 1–3 blooms.
Each flower showcases six violet petals (occasionally pink or purple), three yellow stamens, and a pistil crowned by a three‑branched red‑orange stigma.
The coveted usable portion — the dried stigmas and the style tip — is treasured for its aromatic, slightly bitter flavor and potent coloring ability.
Super Negin Saffron
Super Negin saffron retains all the signature attributes of Negin saffron, but with heightened refinement:
- No white fragments at the tip — all threads are completely red
- Perfectly straight stigmas without curls or bends
- Thicker stigmas than standard Negin, with broad tips
- Coloring strength: 260–270 units
- Moisture is gently removed using professional saffron dryers, preserving maximum quality
Ideal for premium culinary dishes and export markets, Super Negin is prized for its deep color, rich aroma, and uniform, elegant appearance.
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