Negin or Sargol saffron?
The short answer
Negin: Red stigma only, long even threads. Sargol: Red stigma tips only; no style.
Today a gram of Negin costs $1.19 to $2.82 and a gram of Sargol $1.13 to $2.60.
At their best price per gram, Negin costs about 5% more.
Negin suits gifts, special occasions, premium use; Sargol suits everyday cooking, restaurants, pastry, export.
| Negin | Sargol | |
|---|---|---|
| Part of the flower | Red stigma only, long even threads | Red stigma tips only; no style |
| Crocin (average of tests) | — | — |
| Published lab tests | — | — |
| Price per gram today | $1.19 to $2.82 | $1.13 to $2.60 |
| Packs available | 3 | 4 |
| Best for | gifts, special occasions, premium use | everyday cooking, restaurants, pastry, export |
| Negin packs | Sargol 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 Sargol?
Today Sargol: $1.13 to $2.60 a gram, against $1.19 to $2.82 for Negin.
Are Negin and Sargol 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 Sargol?
It depends on the use: Negin for gifts, special occasions, premium use; Sargol for everyday cooking, restaurants, pastry, export.