Which saffron? The grades compared
Every grade is real saffron; they differ in which part of the flower they keep, and that sets colouring strength, looks and price. The figures come from the shop's packs today and the published lab tests.
Every grade in one table
| Grade | Part of the flower | Crocin (average of tests) | Price per gram today | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Negin | Red stigma only, long even threads | — | $1.19 to $2.82 | gifts, special occasions, premium use |
| Sargol | Red stigma tips only; no style | — | $1.13 to $2.60 | everyday cooking, restaurants, pastry, export |
| Pushal | Red stigma with a little yellow style | — | $0.98 to $2.28 | everyday cooking; buyers who want visible authenticity |
| Bunch | Whole stigma with all its style | — | $2 to $2.06 | traditional buyers; those who want authenticity in plain sight |
| Saffron powder | Ground threads | — | $2.60 to $2.75 | pastry, drinks, quick use |
Prices from the shop's packs today; crocin from the published ISO 3632 lab results. Each pack has its own batch's lab report.