Saffron from Afghanistan - Saffron Sampler - Gift Boxed and Tinned

Little goes a long way with this, like other saffron I've used and tried. For the price though I did find this a little higher but the quality of this is better so I'd say cost for what you get is worth it. While there are 3 different tins, I can't see or tell any difference between the three so you could gift one or 2 away and keep one if you're feeling nice. They smell really nice, and add that special flavor to any dish you're making just remember start slow and little then add.

The first thing I noticed was the beautiful presentation of the spices in the gift box upon opening. There are 3 cylinder tins, one rose gold/ copper, one silver, and one gold containing 1 gram of saffron threads each, wrapped in tissue inside the box. The threads are a vibrant fiery red and I could immediately smell their warm and earthy aroma after opening the tin.

I chose to crush them into a powder form with a mortar and pedestal and some sugar for extra grit- then bloomed them in hot plant milk, for use in some saffron sweet rolls. I did roughly a quarter of a tin (about a ½ tsp of the whole strands) for 12 rolls. The addition of the saffron to the dough gave the dough a golden yellow hue and a unique depth of flavor that wasn't overpowering. Everyone loved them!

This is my first time having saffron. It's got a very vibrant color to it. The small is very fragrant. It's pretty flavorful. And easy to mince or crush down for better measurable portions.
Each jar gives the same fresh feel, look, and aroma to it.
For those of you wondering, no this is not the part of the saffron you need for planting. This is only the edible part used for seasoning.

This comes very well packaged that you can use as a gift in its original box. The saffron are in 3 small tins. I don’t think there is any different in them, they are just in different tins. They are very aromatic and appear in good quality. My mom uses this to add to water for flavor, she says it also helps her sleep easier. I don’t really know how to tell if they are real but they have very good vibrant color and good aroma so I’m happy with them

This saffron set is very high quality. The packaging and presentation is very premium. The saffron itself is nice and vibrant. I just love using saffron to make beurre blanc sauce and saffron rice. The results are always fragrant and pleasant. If you know someone who loves saffron, this set will make an excellent gift.