A pinch turns the whole pot gold.
Afghan Super Negin Saffron Threads, 10g — The 100-Dish Bottle | Raihan
Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 9 store-wide reviews
Lab report 004389 · ISO 3632 Category I on the tested parameters · crocin 296.5
About 100 dishes for four · a 0.1 g pinch each
In stock · Ships same day, Mon–Sat, on orders placed by 4 PM ETFree U.S. shipping over $39 — $2.99 flat below · Most US orders arrive in 3–5 days
Not ready for 10 g? The 3 g is $45 and makes about 30 dishes.
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The saffron that comes with its own lab report.
The proof
Saffron is heavily adulterated. 7 at‑home tests for real saffron
The threads
Whole all-red threads, never powder, about 250 per gram
The harvest
2026 Herat harvest, lot 004389, stamped on the bottle · one lot a year — the next is picked in October
The hands
Packed by hand in Lynn, Massachusetts. Questions before you buy? raihansaffronco@gmail.com
- Pick your size
- Bloom a pinch in warm water for 10–15 minutes
- Cook your first dish
Details
10 g bottle of all-red Afghan Super Negin saffron threads from our family's own fields in the Herat highlands: about 100 dishes at 0.1 g each. Lab-tested ISO 3632 Category I on the tested parameters (report 004389: crocin 296.5, picrocrocin 114.2, safranal 32.7). Free US shipping over $39 ($2.99 below), same-day dispatch Mon–Sat on orders by 4 PM ET, 30-day money-back guarantee.
Premium Afghan saffron threads — a sealed 10 g bottle for restaurants, cafés, tea shops, and high-use kitchens. Approximately 2,500 long, all-red threads of ISO 3632 Category I on the tested parameters, verified on all tested parameters, from Herat, Afghanistan. The right format if you run a rice program, a paella service, a biryani Sunday brunch, a saffron beverage menu, or a pastry program with saffron in regular rotation.
This is our largest single-bottle retail format. Larger 20 g, 50 g, 100 g, and 1 kg packs carry a lower per-gram rate — see wholesale pricing. Most restaurant programs settle into a recurring monthly order at this size or higher. Saffron for restaurants →
What you get
- All-red threads only — consistent batch-to-batch, no surprises mid-service.
- Grade: ISO 3632 Category I on all tested parameters (Super Negin tier). Lab documentation available on request for ongoing wholesale relationships.
- Origin: Herat, Afghanistan — from our family's own fields.
- Harvest year stamped on the base of every bottle.
- Sealed bottle — designed for repeated daily access without losing aroma.
- Hand-packed at 24 Bassett St, Lynn, MA 01902.
Who buys the 10 g bottle
Restaurants running paella, biryani, kabuli pulao, risotto Milanese, or bouillabaisse on the menu. Cafés and tea shops with a signature saffron latte, golden milk, or saffron rose tea. Bakeries and pastry programs using saffron in breads, custards, and ice cream. Specialty grocers stocking premium spice. Heavy multi-cuisine home cooks. Restaurant details → | Tea shop details →
How long 10 g lasts a foodservice operation
A restaurant running 30 paellas/week burns ~6–9 g/week — so a 10 g bottle lasts about 8–10 days at that volume. A café running one signature saffron drink uses 5–15 g/month — a 10 g bottle is roughly a 3-week supply. Bakeries vary widely; most settle around 10–25 g/month per saffron item.
More questions
Is there a wholesale tier above this? Yes — our 20 g, 50 g, 100 g, and 1 kg packs carry a lower per-gram rate; custom labeling and private-label co-pack are available for recurring programs. Wholesale program →
Can I get a sample bottle before committing? For wholesale relationships, yes — email raihansaffronco@gmail.com with your business name and we'll arrange a sample.
How is the 10 g bottle packaged? Sealed crystal-clear bottle with a tight-fitting cap, designed for repeated daily access in a working kitchen. Store in a dry cabinet away from heat and direct light.
How fast can you ship? Standard orders placed by 4 PM Eastern ship the same day, Monday to Saturday, from Lynn, Massachusetts — Sunday orders ship Monday morning. Recurring wholesale schedules can be set up on a monthly cadence.
Saffron for restaurants → | Wholesale program → | Sourcing & provenance →
Product Information & Labeling
| Product Name | Raihan Super Negin Saffron Threads |
| Net Weight | 10 g (0.353 oz / 0.35 oz net wt.) |
| Ingredients | 100% pure saffron threads (Crocus sativus L. stigmas). No additives, no fillers, no artificial colors, no preservatives. |
| Allergens | Gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, soy-free, egg-free. Packed in a facility that handles spices only — no major allergens on premises. |
| Country of Origin | Product of Afghanistan (Herat region). Hand-packed in the United States. |
| Distributed By | Raihan Saffron, 24 Bassett St, Lynn, MA 01902, USA. Phone: 857-313-9458. Email: raihansaffronco@gmail.com. |
| Lot & Harvest Year | Stamped on the base of every bottle. |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, dark place. Keep bottle sealed when not in use. Peak aroma and flavor for ~2 years from harvest. |
| Quality Certification | Meets ISO 3632 Category I on the tested parameters. All-red threads only. Lab documentation available on request for wholesale buyers. |
Saffron is classified by the FDA as Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) when used as a spice. As with any spice, consume in normal culinary quantities. If pregnant, nursing, or taking medication, consult a healthcare professional before consuming saffron in concentrated or supplemental amounts.
Where it grows: the Herat highlands
Harvested in Herat, Afghanistan. Herat grows roughly 90% of Afghanistan’s saffron, and its high-altitude fields and hand-harvest tradition are why this origin is sought out by cooks who care what saffron tastes like.
One ingredient, nothing added: 100% pure Afghan Super Negin saffron threads — naturally gluten-free and vegan. No additives, no coatings, no fillers.
- Origin: Herat highlands, Afghanistan
- Harvest year: 2026
How to use
Shipping & returns
US: USPS Ground Advantage, $2.99 flat and free on orders over $39; most orders arrive in 3–5 days, nearly all within a week. Priority $14.95 (1–3 business days), Express $44.95 (1–2 business days). Orders placed by 4 PM ET ship the same day, Monday to Saturday, from Lynn, Massachusetts, with tracking. Canada $9.60 and United Kingdom $15.60, 7–14 business days, duties payable on delivery.
30-day money-back guarantee: you have 30 days from delivery to request a refund or replacement. Unopened bottles in their original sealed packaging qualify for a full refund; if a bottle has been opened and the quality is not right, contact us and we will make it right. Return shipping is free in the US, Canada and the UK, and there is no restocking fee. See our refund policy.
FAQ
How much saffron do I use?
A pinch of about 25 threads (0.1 g) seasons a dish for four; one gram is about 10 dishes.
How long will this bottle last?
At a 0.1 g pinch this 10 g bottle makes about 100 dishes for four. A household that cooks with saffron twice a week gets through 1 g in about five weeks. Keep it sealed and out of the light.
Is it lab-tested?
Yes. ISO 3632 Category I on the tested parameters (lab report 004389): crocin 296.5, picrocrocin 114.2, safranal 32.7. All-red Afghan Super Negin threads, never powder.
How fast do you ship, and where?
Orders placed by 4 PM ET ship the same day, Monday to Saturday. Rates and delivery times for the US, Canada and the UK are under Shipping & returns.
What if I don't love it?
The Bloom Promise: 30 days from delivery. The full terms are under Shipping & returns.
Real customers, real saffron
Reviews
How much do I need?
A pinch is plenty.
Always bloom your threads first — 10–15 minutes in warm water unlocks color and aroma.
A guide, not a rule — adjust to taste. Bloom threads in warm (not boiling) water for 10–15 minutes.
Quick reference
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3
threads
Per cup of tea
Bloom 5–10 minutes, then pour in with the water.
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25
threads
Per pot of rice
About 4 servings. Stir the bloom in near the end.
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15
threads
Per dessert batch
For custards, rice pudding, or sweets.
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20
threads
Per large paella
Serves 6–8. Bloom in warm stock for deep color.
From Herat to your kitchen
Hand-picked at dawn. Hand-packed in Massachusetts.
Every bottle starts as crocus flowers picked by hand at first light in Herat, Afghanistan. The stigmas are dried the same day, graded to ISO 3632 Category I, then sealed by hand in small batches at our facility in Lynn, Massachusetts. No warehouses, no powder, no blends.