Spanish saffron filaments 4g (Azafrán)

£28.58

From: La Mancha, Spain

Size: 4g pure

Intensely flavoured saffron filaments, slowly dried next to oak wood fires to achieve an enigmatic smokiness. Each crimson thread is carefully harvested by hand from purple crocus flowers, bringing centuries of Spanish tradition to your kitchen.

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From: La Mancha, Spain

Size: 4g pure

Intensely flavoured saffron filaments, slowly dried next to oak wood fires to achieve an enigmatic smokiness. Each crimson thread is carefully harvested by hand from purple crocus flowers, bringing centuries of Spanish tradition to your kitchen.

From: La Mancha, Spain

Size: 4g pure

Intensely flavoured saffron filaments, slowly dried next to oak wood fires to achieve an enigmatic smokiness. Each crimson thread is carefully harvested by hand from purple crocus flowers, bringing centuries of Spanish tradition to your kitchen.

✨ Why choose this product?

  • Premium Grade 1 Spanish saffron (Botarela variety)

  • Traditional oak wood fire drying method for unique smoky notes

  • Hand-picked during the autumn harvest in La Mancha

  • Intense aroma and rich golden-red color that transforms your dishes

  • 100% pure saffron threads with no additives or preservatives

  • Each strand carefully selected and packaged to preserve maximum freshness

🌿 Product Ingredients

  • 100% pure Crocus sativus L. stigmas (saffron threads)

🌟 What makes the product special?

  • Sourced from La Mancha, Spain's prestigious saffron-growing region

  • Unique oak wood fire drying process adds distinctive smoky notes

  • Harvested at dawn when flowers are still closed to preserve aroma

  • Superior coloring power (over 200 ISO)

  • Distinctive aroma strength (over 20 ISO)

  • Each gram contains approximately 300 threads

  • Certified Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)

🎯 What does the product offer?

  • Intense natural coloring power for your dishes

  • Rich, distinctive flavor with subtle smoky undertones

  • Aromatic properties that enhance both savory and sweet recipes

  • Natural mood-enhancing properties

  • Rich in antioxidants and beneficial compounds

  • Authentic Spanish culinary experience

🍳 What can the product be used for?

  • Traditional Spanish paella (essential ingredient!)

  • Just a small pinch gives wonderful flavor, aroma and color

  • Can be used as whole filaments or ground in a mortar and pestle

  • Seafood preparations

  • Soups and broths

  • Baked goods and desserts

  • Tea and infusions

  • Sauces and marinades

  • Traditional Spanish dishes like fish al azafrán

  • Modern fusion cuisine

From Spain to your kitchen

Our saffron travels directly from the fields of La Mancha to your kitchen, maintaining the same quality that Spanish chefs have trusted for generations. Each tin is sealed immediately after the traditional oak wood drying process to preserve its exceptional properties and comes with a certificate of authenticity.

📦 Storage tips

  • Store in an airtight container

  • Keep in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight

  • Avoid exposure to humidity

  • Best used within 24 months from packaging

  • Once opened, consume within 12 months for optimal flavor

  • Do not refrigerate.

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