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product_id: 75841590
title: "LION BRAND SAFFRON 1G Original Kashmiri Whole Lacha Keshar/Kesar For Biryani, Tea, Pooja And Milk (Pack Of 1 (1Gm))"
brand: "lion brand saffron"
price: "R133"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Lion Brand Saffron"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/75841590-lion-brand-saffron-1g-original-kashmiri-whole-lacha-keshar-kesar
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 1 Year Shelf Life 100% Natural Kashmiri Saffron Airtight Resealable Packaging LION BRAND SAFFRON 1G Original Kashmiri Whole Lacha Keshar/Kesar For Biryani, Tea, Pooja And Milk (Pack Of 1 (1Gm))

**Brand:** lion brand saffron
**Price:** R133
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Unlock the Golden Thread of Kashmir’s Finest Flavor 🌟

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** LION BRAND SAFFRON 1G Original Kashmiri Whole Lacha Keshar/Kesar For Biryani, Tea, Pooja And Milk (Pack Of 1 (1Gm)) by lion brand saffron
- **How much does it cost?** R133 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/75841590-lion-brand-saffron-1g-original-kashmiri-whole-lacha-keshar-kesar)

## Best For

- lion brand saffron enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lion brand saffron brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Pure Kashmiri Elegance:** Experience the authentic blend of 80% vivid red stigma and 20% golden strands, handpicked from Kashmir’s finest fields.
- • **Trusted Heritage Brand:** From a 66-year-old family legacy, enjoy premium saffron without the middleman markup—luxury that’s accessible and authentic.
- • **Versatile Daily Luxury:** Elevate your meals, teas, and skincare rituals with saffron that’s perfect for every day, from biryanis to beauty routines.
- • **Health & Wellness Booster:** Supports digestion, heart health, mood balance, and radiant skin—making it a must-have for mindful millennials.
- • **Preserved Freshness Guaranteed:** Resealable, spill-proof packaging locks in aroma and potency, ensuring premium saffron stays fresh for up to a year.

## Overview

Lion Brand Saffron offers 1 gram of premium, natural Kashmiri whole lacha kesar, renowned for its rich aroma and vibrant color. Packaged in an airtight, resealable container, it preserves freshness for up to one year. Ideal for culinary, skincare, and religious uses, this saffron supports health benefits like improved digestion and mood, sourced directly from Kashmir’s trusted 66-year-old family brand.

## Description

Be instantly transported to the saffron fields of Kashmir.From the fields in Kashmir straight to your homes, Lion Saffron (aka Sher Chap Kesar), a 66 years old company, only provides you the highest quality of Kashmiri Saffron.A family owned company established in 1957, Lion Saffron operates with the singular goal of bringing the natural goodness of Kashmir directly to the people. We take the utmost care in providing you hygienically packaged unprocessed, pure, natural, highest quality saffron. Quality is the mark we want to leave on this world. But quality should not come at a heavy price! By eliminating middlemen and bringing you only natural saffron, we have ensured that you get the highest quality of saffron at the most economical price possible.Saffron has numerous health benefits for men, children and women, especially pregnant women: ✔ Aids the digestive system ✔ Provides relief from irregular menstruation and period cramps ✔ Strengthens the heart and controls cholesterol ✔ Detoxifies the body ✔ Improves vision, memory and blood circulation ✔ Enhances one’s beauty ✔ Helps with mood swings and combat morning sickness. Directions for Use: To extract the true flavour, aroma and colour of the saffron, soak the saffron threads for a minimum of 50 minutes in a hot liquid like water, milk, broth etc. Soak overnight and store the liquid in the refrigerator for optimum results. Use this liquid to add flavour to your dishes or for your face packs. Pre-soaking allows the flavour and the colour to disperse evenly into the dish, drink or the pack.Note: Pure saffron does not lose its own colour or shape after releasing its flavor into a liquid. It takes at least fifteen minutes for the liquid to change its colour.Pure saffron can be used for up to a year of harvesting. Lion Saffron only provides saffron from the current crop year.

Review: Must buy - It's a best saffron it's taste perfect
Review: Good - Good

## Features

- NATURAL SAFFRON / ZAFRAN / JAFRAN: Lacha, the epitome of Kashmiri saffron, blends 80% red stigma and 20% orange style, evident in its vivid red strands with golden tails. Known as Kungumapoo and Kumkuma Puvvu, this saffron exudes a captivating fragrance, making it an ideal choice for dishes requiring a pronounced aromatic touch.
- PERFECT FOR DAILY INDULGENCE: Lacha, renowned for its unparalleled fragrance, is the optimal choice for daily consumption among women, men, and children. Esteemed by chefs, it elevates everyday cooking and enhances the flavors of aromatic sweets like Kheer, Phirni, Kesar Pista Kulfi, and laddu. Complement it with various dry fruits for added richness, or concoct delightful beverages such as tea, Kesar Badam milk, Kahwa, Thandai, and Lassi.
- IDEAL FOR DAILY SKIN CARE AND RELIGIOUS RITUALS: Harness the benefits of saffron for your daily skincare routine. Incorporate it into face packs, uptans, and toners to enhance and improve your skin. Our kesar is especially fitting for the application of chandan tilak during festive occasions like Rakshabandhan, Rakhi, Bhai-Dooj, as well as for Puja/Pooja and other religious ceremonies.
- RESEALABLE, TRAVEL-FRIENDLY, AIRTIGHT PACKAGING FOR ENHANCED PRESERVATION: Our 1g saffron is thoughtfully packaged in a spill-proof, resealable container, ensuring air-tightness that extends the saffron's preservation, shielding it from sunlight, moisture, and oxygen. This packaging not only provides optimal value for your money but also boasts a shelf life of one year. For best results, store it in a cool, dry place, and for extended freshness, refrigerate after opening.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01BVAZK8O |
| Allergen Information | Allergen-Free |
| Appropriate Age Range | Adult |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,164 in Grocery & Gourmet Foods ( See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Foods ) #30 in Saffron |
| Brand | LION BRAND SAFFRON |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (2,279) |
| Date First Available | 17 February 2016 |
| Form | Whole |
| Generic Name | SAFFRON |
| Ingredient Type | Saffron/Kesar |
| Ingredients | Saffron |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 17 x 11 x 5.5 Centimeters |
| Item Weight | 1 g |
| Item package quantity | 1 |
| Manufacturer | LION BRAND SAFFRON |
| Net Quantity | 1.0 Grams |
| Package Information | Box |
| Packer | BOMBAY KESHAR COMPANY 208 SAMUEL STREET, MUMBAI 400003 |
| Product Dimensions | 17 x 11 x 5.5 cm; 1 g |
| Region Produced In | Kashmir, India |
| Serving Recommendation | 1g |
| Specialty | Natural |
| Weight | 1 Grams |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** LION BRAND SAFFRON
- **Diet Type:** Vegetarian
- **Item Form:** Whole
- **Net Quantity:** 1.0 Grams
- **Variety:** Saffron

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I add 2 strands in one cup of milk but there is no color at all. Only one day I saw some color. What is wrong?**
A: You have to grind 1 gm of lion saffron and add 10 pod of cardamom its ilachi and add two spoon of sugar make powder and then used it or you should soak in water 2 stand for two hrs for colour

**Q: will 1 gm be enough for 3 to 4 litres of milk? will it bring out the flavour nicely? plz tell honestly as I have to use it  for a special festival!**
A: Yes, 1 gram of saffron is usually enough for up to 5 liters of milk.

**Q: Can i use this for biryani**
A: Yes.,It can be used

**Q: Expiry date**
A: Jul 2024

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Must buy
*by D***I on 13 October 2025*

It's a best saffron it's taste perfect

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
*by M***A on 26 August 2025*

Good

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good kesar
*by S***A on 8 May 2025*

Awesome kesar taste fragrance and colour within 5-6 strand.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-04*