Kozani saffron Κρόκος Κοζάνης
World-class crimson saffron threads offering vivid golden colour, earthy perfume, and distinct bitterness.
- Type
- other
- Designation
- PDO
- Made from
- Crocus sativus stigmas
- Where
- Macedonia
- Season
- autumn
- Price
- €€€
Taste and texture
Earthy, bitter, and complex with a heady hay-like aroma, medicinal warmth, and brilliant colour.
other
saltysharpcreamyfruitybittersweetintense
How to buy
Purchase whole dried deep red threads rather than ground powder to ensure absolute purity.
Verify the official Krokos Kozanis PDO seal from the local producers cooperative.
The rules in short
Hand-harvested dried crimson stigmas of Crocus sativus grown exclusively across the Kozani prefecture.
Serving ideas
- Steep threads in warm water for aromatic pilafs
- Infuse into light poultry and seafood broths
- Add to festive breads and sweet custard syrups
Substitutes
Spanish Mancha saffron, Iranian saffron.
Read more: Saffron of Kozani and Capers of Santorini: Greece's Concentrated Flavours.
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