The saffron blog
News and exciting facts about the world of saffron
Did you know that Alexander the Great bathed in saffron? Or that saffron can help with depression? Cleopatra even used the "red gold" as an aphrodisiac. Saffron is not only the most expensive spice in the world, but also a real all-rounder. Whether for healing or colouring, for beauty or for love - the use of saffron has a long and varied history that spans all continents.
Our saffron blog provides you with exciting information about saffron, its cultivation, its use and its history. Immerse yourself in the world of this versatile plant.
11 facts about black tea
Drinking tea is part of everyday life in Iran, just as drinking coffee is for us. Tea also plays an important role in hospitality - you rarely come with a cup of tea.
Medicinal use of saffron
Saffron has been valued for centuries for its healing properties and is particularly useful in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders. But it can also be used for a variety of other
Saffron in flags as a colouring agent
Saffron is a yellow or orange colour obtained from the tip of the saffron crocus thread. The colour of the spice saffron is mainly due to the
Die Geschichte des Safrans
Die Geschichte des Safrans vom Anbau bis zur Verwendung reicht mehr als 3.500 Jahre zurück und durchzieht mehrere Kulturen, Kontinente und Zivilisationen.
Fälschen von Safran – Eine Reise durch die Geschichte
Trotz der Bemühungen um Qualitätskontrolle und Standardisierung, gibt es bis in die Neuzeit hinein eine umfangreiche Geschichte von Safranfälschungen, insbesondere bei den günstigsten Sorten. Fälschungen
Safran Güteklassen und ISO 3632-2
Safran ist nicht gleich Safran. Es gibt immense Qualitätsunterschiede, die von diversen Kriterien abhängen. Diese sind z.B. die Anbauregion, die Farbe, das Alter, die Krokusart
