Types of Saffron

Different types of Saffron

Negin

This kind of saffron has the highest coloring power (higher than 250 usp) among the other kinds and its volume is higher, too.

All-Red (Sargol in Persian)

This kind of saffron is similar to coupe and it is derived from Bunch saffron, i.e. the white or yellow parts of saffron threads are cut by scissors and then using static electricity they are separated from the red parts. The remaining parts are completely red and they are really pure and without style. This kind of saffron has very high coloring power (240 usp or higher).

Poushal

This kind of saffron contains filaments which have 2 or 3 mm style. Its coloring power is about 220 usp

Bunch (Dastehi in Persian):

This kind of saffron consists of both, style and red-colored stigma. It is also called Red& White in which the red part is about 70% to 75% and the style is about 25% and 30%. According to Iran's Standard, it is called filament 4%.

Style (Konj in Persian)

It is the yellow or white parts of saffron threads which are separated from Red-colored stigma. In fact, this part of saffron thread cannot de defined as pure saffron. It does not contain the dye, crocin that gives food a rich golden color. It is mostly applied for medicinal usages.