Following the Ancient trade roads through Asia and the Middle East, Silk Route Spice Company imports the highest quality spices from across the globe. We have spent time sourcing the finest ingredients from around the world to deliver to your kitchen.  Our Saffron is sourced from Spain, deriving from the flower of the Crocus Sativus. The crimson stigmas from the plant are handpicked carefully and dried. Here at Silk Route, only the best stigmas are used in our Saffron. Typically paired with rice, Saffron is the key ingredient for famous dishes such as Risotto, Paella and a variety of Indian dishes. Use Silk Route Saffron to spice up and exotify your dish. Saffron has multiple health benefits. Saffron contains Vitamin C, Iron and magnesium. Great for tackling colds, insomnia and stomach ailments.