Upakarma Pure Natural And Finest A++ Grade Kashmiri Kesar / Saffron Threads 1 Gram

Upakarma Kashmiri kesar, also called saffron or zafran, is a natural spice from the Crocus sativus plant. The deep red saffron threads may add distinctive flavour, colour and aroma to dishes, desserts and beverages. They can also be used in saffron tea and simple beauty preparations.

• For recipes, soak the saffron threads in hot, not boiling, water for 10 to 15 minutes. Add both the infused water and threads to the recipe.
• For saffron tea, soak 2 to 3 strands in lukewarm water for 10 to 15 minutes, then use the infusion to prepare tea.
• For a face mask, add 2 to 3 strands to Badam Rogan and milk. Saffron may also be added to rose water for beauty use.

• Natural Kashmiri saffron threads.
• Handpicked to help preserve whole threads.
• Deep red colour with aromatic culinary qualities.
• Free from artificial flavours, colours and preservatives.
• Vegetarian and lab tested for purity.

No serious side effects are listed in the available sources.

• Use before the date shown on the pack.

• Kashmiri kesar (saffron): The key ingredient that gives food and drinks their flavour, colour and aroma. It contains compounds including crocin and carotenoids.

• Add saffron to dishes, desserts and beverages for flavour, colour and aroma.
• Prepare saffron tea, including Kashmiri Kahwa.
• Use in DIY face masks or mix with rose water as part of a beauty routine.

Upakarma Ayurveda is part of the Mankind Group. The brand states that it maintains good manufacturing practice standards and lab tests its kesar for purity.

• Food and drinks may have a richer flavour, vibrant colour and aromatic taste.
• Beauty preparations may help skin look brighter, fresher and more glowing.
• Saffron's antioxidant content may support digestion and immune health.
• Crocin may support learning, memory and a positive mood.
• It may support visual performance.