Saffron is a highly valued spice, renowned not only for its distinctive flavor, texture, and color, but also for its price, making it the most expensive spice in the world. It is derived from the dried stigmas of the Crocus Sativus flower, a species of crocus in the family Iridaceae. Each flower produces only three stigmas, and they are all painstakingly handpicked, contributing to its high cost. This golden spice has a unique aromatic profile with a slightly sweet, luxurious and versatile flavor and is often used in cooking, particularly in Middle Eastern, Spanish, Italian, and Indian cuisines. Apart from its culinary use, saffron is also prized for its therapeutic characteristics, as it’s believed to have potential benefits for mood enhancement, digestion, and heart health.