Negin or Pushal saffron?
The short answer
Negin: Red stigma only, long even threads. Pushal: Red stigma with a little yellow style.
Today a gram of Negin costs $1.19 to $2.82 and a gram of Pushal $0.98 to $2.28.
At their best price per gram, Negin costs about 21% more.
Negin suits gifts, special occasions, premium use; Pushal suits everyday cooking; buyers who want visible authenticity.
| Negin | Pushal | |
|---|---|---|
| Part of the flower | Red stigma only, long even threads | Red stigma with a little yellow style |
| Crocin (average of tests) | — | — |
| Published lab tests | — | — |
| Price per gram today | $1.19 to $2.82 | $0.98 to $2.28 |
| Packs available | 3 | 3 |
| Best for | gifts, special occasions, premium use | everyday cooking; buyers who want visible authenticity |
| Negin packs | Pushal packs |
Prices from the shop's packs today; crocin from the published ISO 3632 lab results. Each pack has its own batch's lab report.
Common questions
Which is cheaper, Negin or Pushal?
Today Pushal: $0.98 to $2.28 a gram, against $1.19 to $2.82 for Negin.
Are Negin and Pushal both real saffron?
Yes: both are the stigma of the saffron crocus; they differ in the part they keep and how it is cut. Every batch on this site has an ISO 3632 lab report.
Should I buy Negin or Pushal?
It depends on the use: Negin for gifts, special occasions, premium use; Pushal for everyday cooking; buyers who want visible authenticity.