Grown organically in the beautiful Kashmir Valley, Crocus sativus is the world-famous source of saffron, a symbol of true luxury. Its richness comes from the labor-intensive hand-harvesting of the delicate stigmas, or threads. Each flower offers only three threads, and farmers need nearly 80,000 flowers to produce just one pound of dried saffron.
The cultivation of these 80,000 crocus flowers spans an entire acre, highlighting the extraordinary effort required to produce saffron. To create saffron absolute, the demand escalates to hundreds of thousands of dried flower stigmas. Our saffron absolute is a labor of love, crafted meticulously once a year, with the remainder of the saffron dedicated to annual spice production.
Saffron absolute is a vital ingredient for natural perfumers, crafted to suit the needs of artisanal fragrance makers. This rare essence offers a rich, complex aroma, adding a leathery, earthy heart note to modern chypres or a sweet touch to gourmand blends. Even a tiny amount blends beautifully with other notes, giving any perfume greater depth and sophistication.
Saffron Absolute Oil:
Saffron, scientifically known as Crocus sativus, is a perennial flower that graces the landscapes of Asia, particularly India and Iran. These vibrant crimson threads are hand-harvested with great care, making saffron the world's most expensive spice. But beyond its culinary allure, saffron also offers a remarkable treasure - saffron absolute oil.
The Art of Extraction:
Saffron absolute oil is the result of a meticulous extraction process that captures the essence of saffron's aroma and therapeutic benefits. Saffron's delicate stigmas are carefully plucked and then subjected to a precise extraction method. This yields a concentrated, golden-hued oil that boasts a fragrance like no other, often described as a harmonious blend of sweet, earthy, and floral notes.
The Cost of Saffron Absolute Oil:
Due to the labor-intensive process of extracting saffron oil, it is relatively expensive. However, its myriad benefits make it a worthwhile investment in your health and well-being.
Saffron Absolute Oil in Traditional Medicine
Saffron has a long history in traditional medicine. People have long used it to treat various ailments, including depression. Ayurvedic practitioners also use Saffron Absolute in traditional medicines. Today, Saffron Absolute Oil continues this tradition by offering natural support for modern health concerns.
- Botanical Name: Crocus sativus L
- Origin: India
- Extraction Method: Solvent Extraction
- Plant part used: Flower
- Product Colour: Orange to Red
- Product Odour: Deep, Musky and Earthy like saffron
- Blends well with: Frangipani, Champaca, Jasmine, Rose, Tuberose, Vanilla