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Lab-tested to ISO 3632, GI-tagged, and farm-direct from Pampore. Every batch comes with a downloadable certificate of analysis. No middlemen, no compromise — just the current harvest, delivered to your door.

Buy verified Kashmiri Mongra saffron

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 verify crocin content and purity is professional ISO 3632 laboratory analysis. Every Saffron Town batch is third-party-tested. Download the lab report for your order at our Lab Reports 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?
Every batch of Saffron Town saffron is independently tested to ISO 3632 standards. You can download the lab report for your batch directly from our Lab Reports page.
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.