Saffrona saffron gourmet set: threads and powder for fine cooking

The Saffrona Gourmet Set brings together two versatile forms of Afghan saffron: carefully selected whole threads and finely ground saffron powder. Infuse saffron traditionally or distribute it quickly and evenly through food and drinks.

What is in the set?

• 1 g of saffron threads in a light-protective metal tin
• 0.5 g of pure saffron powder for quick, even portioning
• 0.5 g of Saffrona Daily Selection for everyday cooking

Special Grade assessment of batch L2025-01

Batch L2025-01, used for this gourmet set, was analysed using the methods in ISO 3632-2:2010 and assessed against the specifications in ISO 3632-1:2025.

Eurofins assessed batch L2025-01 as Special Grade under ISO 3632-1:2025, based on the tests performed.

Applicable report: AR-733-2025-00206306-02
Report date: 24 August 2026
Status: The updated report replaces AR-733-2025-00206306-01.

Documented laboratory results

• Crocin – colouring strength: 279 ± 7
• Picrocrocin – taste and bitterness: 104 ± 3
• Safranal – aroma: 30 ± 3
• Moisture: 7.5 ± 1.2%

The classification and measurements apply specifically to tested batch L2025-01 and retail units demonstrably packed from that batch. They do not automatically apply to untested future harvests.

Additional food safety testing

The documented batch was also tested for pesticides and heavy metals. Each statement relates to the scope of testing recorded in the corresponding laboratory report.

Origins in Herat

The saffron comes from Herat in western Afghanistan. Our family farms form the core of our supply chain, supplemented by a coordinated network of women-led saffron farms.

Shared requirements for harvesting, sorting and drying help manage quality at source. Analytical classification is always batch-specific and based on independent laboratory results.

Versatile culinary uses

Saffron threads are particularly suitable for:

• Rice dishes, risotto and paella
• Sauces, soups and broths
• Desserts and baking
• Saffron tea and other drinks

Saffron powder is useful when you want colour and flavour to distribute quickly and evenly.

How to use

Lightly crush the threads and infuse them in warm water, milk or broth for approximately 15–30 minutes before use. Portion saffron powder directly into your preparation or dissolve it briefly in warm liquid.

A precise quality statement

Saffrona does not describe the company or this product as “ISO-certified”. ISO develops international standards; it does not itself test or certify products.

Our quality statement is: Eurofins assessed batch L2025-01 as Special Grade under ISO 3632-1:2025, based on the tests performed.