Spanish Saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world thanks to the labor involved in growing and harvesting the spice. It has a distinctive earthy smell and imparts a bright yellow color to dishes.

All about Saffron, Spanish — Spice

What it’s like, and how to make it

HeatNo heat
CuisineMediterranean, indian & south & asian, middle & eastern
Best forBraising, saute pan fry
Goes inRice grains, soups stews, baked goods desserts
WithChicken, fish seafood, vegetarian, rabbit
What’s in itsaffron

How to use it

Three threads per cup of rice — that's all you need. Steep in warm water or broth for 10 minutes to bloom the color and flavor before adding to paella, risotto, or biryani. Stir into cream for saffron ice cream or panna cotta. The secret in Kashmiri kahwa, Swedish saffron buns, and Persian tahdig.

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  • Illustration: Saffron, Spanish with the plains of La Mancha near Consuegra at dawn in autumn
  • Illustration: Risotto alla Milanese, made with Saffron, Spanish
  • Illustration of Saffron, Spanish in The Tea & Spice Shoppe bag and jar, with the plains of La Mancha near Consuegra at dawn in autumn
  • Saffron, Spanish - The Tea & Spice Shoppe

What it goes with

Saffron and black tea are apocarotenoid cousins — built by the same family of enzymes. Brew our Darjeeling alongside saffron rice and taste how the floral notes harmonize. Kashmiri Chai is the traditional saffron-tea pairing — centuries of proof.

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On its own, this is the straight thing. Read about Saffron →

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I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great…

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great products.

— Nick C. Verified

Great tea

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very…

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very tasty!

— Zoe R. Verified

Maple Peach

The maple peach is delicious. What a beautiful combination. I will most definitely order it again, and a higher quantity of it.

— Gerda S. Verified

Always handy

I use dillweed often. This dill is fresh and has a nice aroma. I use it in marinades, salad dressings, and on fish. Good stuff.

— Jennifer D. Verified

Great stuff

This has helped my household a lot with circulation and alertness when we had it everyday. Will be ordering again soon. Thanks

— Dave G. Verified

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product.…

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product. 10/10!!

— Erin Poeta P. Verified

Delicious

I love this black tea, it has a really nice smooth flavour and love how it’s Swiss water method decaf. Will be buying again!

— Jessica A. Verified

Great flavorful tea

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite…

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite flavorful.

— Joel R. Verified

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a…

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a flavoured tea!!!

— Ted H. Verified

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love , love, love and they shipping is very fast. the headache tea works great, the throat coat tea works great as well

— Miranda A. Verified

4 stars

It worked beautifully; perhaps if I add a little more honey, it would make it better… It is a wellness tea, after all!

— Merrilee B. Verified

Bancha with a splash of lemon

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an…

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!

— Monika F. Verified

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