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GI-tagged and farm-direct from Pampore, Grade A++ Mongra. Independent ISO 3632 batch testing is available on request for bulk orders over 1 kg. No middlemen, no compromise — just the current harvest, delivered to your door.

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Understanding Saffron Grades

Kashmiri saffron (kesar) is graded by how much of the stigma is included. Mongra saffron contains only the deep-red stigma threads with no yellow style attached — the purest, most potent grade. The crocin content in Mongra typically exceeds 250 by ISO 3632 standards, giving it superior colouring strength and flavour. Lachha saffron includes some yellow style, which dilutes intensity slightly. Both are authentic Kashmiri saffron; Mongra is for those who want maximum potency in every thread.

Why Trust Matters When Buying Saffron

Studies suggest that up to 80% of saffron sold online is adulterated or mislabelled. Common fakes include dyed corn silk, safflower petals, or turmeric mixed with real threads. You can run home tests — the water test, rub test, and smell test — but the only way to measure crocin content precisely is professional ISO 3632 laboratory analysis. We explain what a lab test of Kashmir Mongra typically shows, and offer independent ISO 3632 batch testing for bulk orders over 1 kg, on our Quality & Testing page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best grade of Kashmiri saffron?
Mongra saffron is considered the best grade of Kashmiri saffron. It contains only the deep-red stigma threads with no yellow style attached, giving it the highest crocin content and most intense colour and flavour. Lachha saffron is the next grade and retains some yellow style. Both are authentic kesar from Kashmir — choose Mongra for maximum potency.
How do I know your saffron is genuine?
Our saffron is GI-tagged Kashmir Mongra, sourced farm-direct from Pampore. The GI tag is a legal indication of origin. We do not lab-test every retail batch, but independent ISO 3632 testing is available on request for bulk orders over 1 kg, at the customer's cost. See our Quality & Testing page at www.saffron.town/lab-reports.
How to store saffron?
Store saffron in an airtight container in a cool, dry, dark place. Avoid heat, light, and moisture — a kitchen cupboard away from the stove works well. Properly stored, saffron keeps its potency for up to two years. Do not refrigerate or freeze, as condensation can damage the threads.
How much saffron per day is safe?
For culinary use, a few threads (roughly 15–30 mg) per day is typical and considered safe. Clinical studies on mood support have used 30 mg of standardized saffron extract daily. Saffron in culinary amounts is generally well tolerated; higher medicinal doses may cause side effects. Consult a healthcare provider before taking saffron as a supplement.
What does GI tag mean for saffron?
The Geographical Indication (GI) tag certifies that saffron was grown in a specific region — in this case, Kashmir — using traditional methods. Kashmir saffron has a GI tag because its unique soil, altitude, and climate produce threads with distinct chemical profiles. GI-tagged saffron is traceable to its origin and meets defined quality standards.
What is the difference between Mongra and Lachha saffron?
Mongra saffron consists of only the deep-red stigma threads with no yellow style attached, making it the purest and most potent grade. Lachha saffron retains some yellow style, which dilutes its intensity slightly. Both are authentic Kashmiri saffron — Mongra is for those who want maximum colour and flavour.