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Afghan Saffron from Herat - A Special Collaboration
Afghan Saffron from Herat - A Special Collaboration
Afghan Saffron from Herat - A Special Collaboration
Afghan Saffron from Herat - A Special Collaboration
Afghan Saffron from Herat - A Special Collaboration
Afghan Saffron from Herat - A Special CollaborationAfghan Saffron from Herat - A Special CollaborationAfghan Saffron from Herat - A Special CollaborationAfghan Saffron from Herat - A Special Collaboration

Limited edition

Afghan Saffron

$20

Free U.S. shipping from $45. Below that, $7.99.

The one thing in our range that is not from Greece — and we would rather say so up front.

From a women's cooperative in Herat, where every stigma is picked and dried by hand. Deep crimson threads. A few are enough.

Details
Origin
Herat, Afghanistan
Producer
Women's cooperative
Form
Whole threads
Storage

Airtight, cool, dark and dry.

Shipping and returns

Free U.S. shipping from $45; a flat $7.99 below that. We ship to the U.S. and Canada, from Birmingham, Alabama, within 2–3 business days; shipping to Canada is calculated at checkout.

Unopened products can be returned within 30 days of delivery. If your order arrives damaged, we replace it or refund it. Opened food is final sale. The details are in our Returns & Refunds policy.

Reviews

What people say

  • 5 stars: 10 (91%)
  • 4 stars: 1 (9%)
  • 3 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 2 stars: 0 (0%)
  • 1 star: 0 (0%)
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Nadia H.
Fragrant and elegant

The aroma is beautiful the moment the tin is opened. A small pinch adds color, fragrance, and a very refined flavor to rice and seafood.

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Michael R.
A little goes far

I was surprised by how potent this is. You only need a few threads to make the dish feel special, and the color blooms nicely.

S
Sophia K.
Lovely in warm milk

I bought this mainly for desserts and saffron milk, and it has been excellent. Floral, warm, and much more expressive than older saffron I had at home.

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Julia P.
Beautiful gift item

The packaging is polished and the product feels truly premium. It makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys cooking or baking.

O
Omar T.
Great for rice dishes

I used it in basmati rice and the flavor came through cleanly without tasting harsh. The threads look fresh and release a deep golden color.

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Elena C.
Distinctive aroma

This has a real fragrant saffron character instead of the flat smell I have gotten from cheaper options. It instantly upgrades simple dishes.

D
David L.
Excellent quality threads

The threads arrived intact and vividly colored. I steeped them before cooking and the infusion was strong, aromatic, and visually gorgeous.

P
Priya S.
Perfect for special meals

I save this for when I want dinner to feel a bit ceremonial. Works especially well with seafood, risotto, and festive desserts.

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Leila M.
Rich color payoff

Even a small amount gives a beautiful golden hue. The taste is gentle but unmistakable and feels very clean.

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Andrew B.
Worth keeping on hand

I do not use saffron every week, but when I do I want one that feels authentic and expressive. This has been consistently impressive in both savory and sweet recipes.

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