Kashmiri Mongra Saffron (Kesar) – Pampore, Grade A+

Lab tested: ISO 3632 Grade 1 — the highest category. Colouring strength measured 212.01 against a Grade 1 minimum of 200. Flavour strength 90.93 against a minimum of 70. Tested by the NABL-accredited Quality Evaluation Laboratory at IKSTC Dussu, Pampore. See every value in the full report →

SaffronTownKashmir Pampore Mongra Saffron

Grown by our own family for six generations in the renowned saffron fields of Pampore, Kashmir, our premium Mongra saffron is handpicked at peak bloom by us, not bought in from other growers. Known as the “Red Gold of Kashmir,” each crimson thread is selected for its rich aroma, vibrant color, and exceptional quality.

Why Choose Our Saffron?

✔ Grown by Our Family in Pampore, Kashmir – Six Generations
✔ Farmer Direct – No Middlemen
✔ Hand-Harvested and Carefully Sorted
✔ Deep Red Mongra Threads
✔ Rich Aroma, Flavor & Natural Coloring Strength
✔ No Artificial Colors, Flavors, or Additives

What the Laboratory Measured

A 10 gm sample of our saffron was tested in September 2026 by the Quality Evaluation Laboratory at IKSTC Dussu, Pampore — a NABL-accredited laboratory, Certificate No. TC-11943 — and classified Grade 1 under ISO 3632-2:2010, the highest category in the standard.

Measured	Our result	Grade 1 requires
Colouring strength (crocin)	212.01	200 minimum
Flavour strength (picrocrocin)	90.93	70 minimum
Aroma strength (safranal)	41.29	20–50 band

The result applies to the tested 10 gm sample, which came from the same fields and process as the saffron we pack. Read about our laboratory testing · View the full report

Perfect For

• Kahwa and herbal teas
• Biryani and rice dishes
• Desserts and sweets
• Milk and wellness drinks
• Gourmet cooking

From Our Farm in Pampore

We're not a reseller — SaffronTownKashmir&Co. is a real family farm in Pampore, the Saffron Town of Kashmir, now in its sixth generation. Every thread in this jar was hand-picked by us during the autumn bloom and processed the same day. See our farm and meet the family behind it.

Experience the true taste and heritage of Kashmir’s finest saffron. 🌺

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know this is real Kashmiri saffron?
Every batch is grown, hand-picked, and processed by our own family in Pampore — we don't buy from other growers and resell. Read our full guide on how to identify pure Kashmiri saffron for the tests you can run at home.

Has this saffron been lab tested?
A 10 gm sample was tested by the Quality Evaluation Laboratory at IKSTC Dussu, Pampore in September 2026 and classified Grade 1 under ISO 3632-2:2010, with colouring strength at 212.01. See the full report.

What grade is this saffron?
This is Mongra grade — pure crimson stigma tips only, with the yellow style removed. That is a traditional Kashmiri grade describing which part of the thread is used; it is separate from the ISO 3632 laboratory classification above. See our full guide to saffron grades to understand how Mongra compares to Lacha and Guchhi.

How should I store it?
In an airtight container, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

Buying in bulk?
See our wholesale & retail buying guide for grading and pricing information.

Why does saffron cost this much?
See our full Kashmiri saffron price guide for a breakdown of what affects saffron pricing, and how to spot warning signs of adulterated saffron sold suspiciously cheap.

How to Use It

New to cooking with saffron? See our complete guide to using Kashmiri saffron — how to bloom it properly and use it in milk, kahwa, biryani, and desserts.

Also Available In

This saffron is also featured in our Kashmiri Morning Ritual Gift Bundle and Saffron Starter Pack.