Saffron Pistils

Saffron (Crocus Sativus) is a highly sought-after spice characterized by a deep aroma, an intense color and excellent gastronomic qualities. Due to its unique chemical composition saffron was, for many centuries, considered the elixir of life. Its properties to our health are infinite: it is a natural tonic, an appetite stimulant, it helps digestion, it fights coughs and bronchitis and it can help fortify the heart.

Located in the region of La Mancha in central Spain, ANTONIO SOTOS, S.L. is the fourth generation pf a family-run business with over 100 years of experience in saffron cultivation. Founded in 1912, the company concentrated its business abroad, being one of the pioneers in the international trade of saffron.

Nowadays, thanks to its long-standing experience and efforts, Sotos saffron is sold in more than 30 different countries, on 4 continents as diverse as Europe, Asia, America and Oceania.

The production and supervision of the product is based on the strictest quality and control rules. The company has, in fact, obtained international quality certifications that include the IFS (International Food Standards), BRC (British Retail Consortium) and ISO 9001:2008 for the handling, packaging and marketing of saffron.

The company

Antonio Sotos saffron is grown exclusively in the Castilla-La Mancha region in central Spain, and more specifically in the Albacete area in Toledo. The production process is still traditional, with the flowers harvested by hand before the stigmas are separated, which are then dried on sieves with silk screens.

Origin

Castile, SPAIN

Type

Saffron (Crocus Sativus)

Format

Glass bottle, net weight 1 g

Specifications

Ingredients: saffron

Company name and address: Antonio Sotos S.L. Ricardo Castro 4 Albacete, Spain

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