What is Saffron?
Saffron is a spice derived from the flower of Crocus sativus, commonly known as the “saffron crocus”. The vivid crimson stigma and styles, called threads, are collected and dried for use mainly as a seasoning and coloring agent in food. Although some doubts remain on its origin,it is believed that saffron originated in Iran. However, Greece and Mesopotamia[3] have also been suggested as the possible region of origin of this plant. Saffron crocus slowly propagated throughout much of Eurasia and was later brought to parts of North Africa, North America, and Oceania.
Saffron’s taste and iodoform-like or hay-like fragrance result from the phytochemicals picrocrocin and safranal. It also contains a carotenoid pigment, crocin, which imparts a rich golden-yellow hue to dishes and textiles. Its recorded history is attested in a 7th-century BC Assyrian botanical treatise and has been traded and used for thousands of years. In the 21st century, Iran produces some 90% of the world’s total saffron. At US $5,000 per kg or higher, saffron has long been the world’s costliest spice by weight.
Our Saffron
Hoorsun International Trading Co. with its experienced and specialized staff and originating from the saffron-rich region of Khorasan- Iran is always trying to combine experience, local tradition, knowledge and academic industry to reach the best result of Saffron and exports overseas. This product always required to carry out strict control and monitoring measures, and for this purpose, after the approval of the quality control unit, all its products are packaged in a completely hygienic environment, using advanced technology and benefiting from committed employees. Hoorsun Saffron entered into this field for selling their high quality saffron to the domestic and target International market. By passing of time, Hoorsun Saffron due to high quality becomes a well-known Iranian saffron.