2 Jars of Spanish Saffron

• What is Saffron?

Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, The vivid crimson stigma and styles, called threads, are collected and dried for use mainly as a seasoning and coloring agent in food.

• What does saffron taste like?

Saffron has a sweet, floral taste to it. It's earthy and has a complex nuanced flavor. If the saffron  tastes bitter, metallic, or plastic like these are cheap imitators of this unique spice and should be avoided.

• What is saffron used for?

The most classic use is rice dishes: risottos, pilafs, and paellas. A small pinch adds brilliant color, aroma, and flavor against bland grains.

• What's so special about saffron?

Saffron is a powerful spice high in antioxidants. It has been linked to health benefits, such as improved mood, libido, and sexual function, as well as reduced PMS symptoms and enhanced weight loss.

• Why saffron is so expensive?

Since such a small part of the flower is used, it takes 75,000 saffron flowers to make one pound of saffron spice. The small amount of saffron spice per plant, along with the fact that harvesting must be done manually, leads to saffron's being majorly expensive.