Saffron powder

• Aroma. Authentic saffron stands out for its intense aroma with floral notes, unlike fake saffron, which is not very distinctive.
• Color. The powder should be a dark red ; if you see other shades, it could be combined with other spices.
• Flavor. When you taste it, you'll notice an earthy flavor with slight bitter notes, very different from the mild taste of adulterated coffee.
• Price. Quality saffron usually commands high prices due to its laborious harvesting process . Avoid buying at very low prices.

• Cooking uses: It provides an intense flavor and aroma that enhances any dish, perfect for preparing stews, creams, refreshing drinks, or the distinctive Spanish paella.
• Medicinal uses . Because it has digestive properties, it is good for stimulating the appetite. It is also used to prepare tonics that help combat stress.
  
  You can also learn more about the benefits of saffron on our blog.

• It is advisable to avoid its consumption if you are pregnant or in the gestation period .
• Exceeding the recommended doses can cause nausea, dizziness, or dry mouth. Remember that spices are good, but it's best to consume them responsibly .

We recommend keeping it in its original packaging or you can keep it in sealed containers . Try to store it in dry places and at room temperature .

It's one of the most difficult spices to harvest and process. Each flower must be extracted by hand to ensure the quality of the strands.

Note: More than 170,000 flowers are needed to obtain 1 kilo of saffron.