Saffron
Crocus sativus
Warm, honey-like aroma with earthy, floral depth
Traditional Uses
Culinary: Used to flavor biryanis, paella, sweets, and teas; prized for its vibrant golden hue.
Medicinal: Traditionally used as a mood enhancer and for its antioxidant properties.
Environmental Impact
Typical CO₂ per kg: 20 kg
Flvour Origins CO₂ per kg: 12 kg
Sourced from smallholder farms in Kashmir using low-energy sun-drying.
Origin
Country: India
Region: Kashmir
Tags
FloralGoldenLuxuriousRare