Premium saffron threads category 1: In order to maintain the quality of saffron threads category 1, the three stigmas that grow in the crocus flower are completely removed. However, all white and orange components are removed, so that only individual red tips of the stigmas remain. Here, the intense saffron aroma and its distinctive color are the typical characteristics of category 1 Hand-picked top quality, specially packaged for the worldwide market. Purchased directly from the producers. Quality tested according to ISO standard 3632-2: - Coloring power Crocin, of approx. 265 - Aroma Safranal, of approx. 45 - Bitterness Picrocrocin, of approx. 95 100 NATURAL - Our imported saffron comes from controlled cultivation. The saffron flowers are carefully hand-picked and gently processed. No synthetically produced chemicals or fertilizers are used. After the harvest, the soil is sustainably cared for for the next harvest. FAIR - The price of saffron is not fixed and depends on demand and purchase. Our trustful cooperation with saffron farmers and pickers is based on fair prices. The work of the saffron pickers during the harvest is carried out meticulously and carefully and is rewarded by fair wages. DIRECT - We source our world-class saffron exclusively from saffron farmers whom we have known personally for a very long time. We are always directly informed about changes and growth of the saffron flowers.Saffron. saffron. Premium saffron threads category 1: In order to maintain the quality of saffron threads category 1, the three stigmas that grow in the crocus flower are completely removed. However, all white and orange components are removed, so that only individual red tips of the stigmas remain. Here, the intense saffron aroma and its distinctive colour are the typical characteristics of category 1 Hand-picked top quality, specially packaged for the worldwide market. Purchased directly from the producers. Quality tested according to ISO standard 3632-2: - Colouring power Crocin, of approx. 265 - Aroma Safranal, of approx. 45 - Bitterness Picrocrocin, of approx. 95 100 NATURAL - Our imported saffron comes from controlled cultivation. The saffron flowers are carefully hand-picked and gently processed. No synthetically produced chemicals or fertilisers are used. After the harvest, the soil is sustainably cared for for the next harvest. FAIR - The price of saffron is not fixed and depends on demand and purchase. Our trustful cooperation with saffron farmers and pickers is based on fair prices. The work of the saffron pickers during the harvest is carried out meticulously and carefully and is rewarded by fair wages. DIRECT - We source our world-class saffron exclusively from saffron farmers whom we have known personally for a very long time. We are always directly informed about changes and growth of the saffron flowers.Safran. safran.