Taj Mahal Spices

1912

More than a century bringing saffron of exceptional quality to every kitchen of the world

1912

More than a century bringing saffron of exceptional quality to every kitchen of the world.

Since 1912

The world’s finest saffron is named after the mausoleum to eternal love. The Taj Mahal® brand is the result of a trip by Valeriano González to India, where he fell in love with the country and its majestic Taj Mahal, the most international symbol of love by emperor Shah Jahan to his wife Mumtaz Mahal.

More than a century has passed and Taj Mahal® has become a global leader brand, highly valued by millions of households thanks to its exceptional quality and properties. Today, the 4th generation of the Gonzalez Family continues committed to the brand mission of providing saffron at its finest form. Taj Mahal® is born from our passion to our roots and is a unique tribute to saffron lovers worldwide.

Taj Mahal® was born as a dream and is now my legacy

Valeriano González

Founder of Taj Mahal®

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Finest quality

Taj Mahal® is carefully selected by our saffron masters and delicately hand-processed to ensure its properties reach you at its best.

Only the best harvests are good enough for our Taj Mahal® brand. Thanks to these high demanding standards, our saffron provides an intense color, an exquisite flavor and a unique aroma capable of captivating even the most discerning pallates. Excellence guaranteed, from the fields to your home.

Our Products

Discover our unique range of products created for the enjoyment and delight of all your senses.

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Where to find us?

Taj Mahal® brand is available in more than 25 countries with presence in leading retail outlets. For further information on where to find our products, contact us.

Saffron Masters

Each flower has three stigmas attached to its yellow style. These stigmas are what make up the saffron strands as we know them today.

The delicateness and craftsmanship in the collection process, along with its characteristic elegance, give the spice an essential gastronomic richness.
In fact, to obtain a kilo of saffron, takes no more nor less than 160.000 flowers.

1. PLANTATION

To create exceptional quality saffron, it is recommendable that the plantations are situated in calcareous and argillaceous terrain, at an altitude of between 700 and 1000 metres. For optimal cultivation, the climate should be extreme, with hot, dry summers and cold winters.

2. COLLECTION

The gathering of the flowers takes place between the last fortnight of October and the first week of November, when the saffron fields turn a gorgeous violet colour, a moment known as the “Manto”. This is the sign that the moment to collect the flowers has arrived. The flowers must be hand-picked, which makes this process a true art.

3. STRIPPING

Once the flowers have been collected, the striping process begins, which consists of carefully hand separating the stigmas from the rest of the flower. This process must be conducted on the day of the harvest, so that the product doesn’t lose any of its precious properties.

4. TOASTING

Once the stripping process is complete, the stigmas are dried on a slow heat and at a constant temperature, a task that requires enormous precision to prevent the saffron from burning, drying out or losing its aroma. The optimal point in the toasting is that in which the stigmas, without burning, lose a determined quantity of moisture, which permits perfect preservation. Assessment is carried out by our experts, who, with their extensive experience, decide on the exact moment in which these conditions have been achieved.

5. SELECTION

In addition to having our own saffron fields, we also hold preference agreements with different farmers with whom we have been working for many years. Our quality control department includes highly specialized professionals who are responsible for selecting the best saffron. This entire process is carried out under the application of strict controls and analysis, to verify that the selected saffron is of maximum quality and 100% pure.

6. PRESERVATION

Our saffron is preserved in optimal moisture and temperature conditions from field to commercialization thanks to our advanced facilities and meticulous packaging process. Due to the delicacy of the product, packaging requires a special care that only could be achieved by expert hands.

The Taj Mahal® Cook Book

Our products are highly appreciated and used in many recipes across the different cuisines in the world. Taj Mahal® is considered one of the most precious ingredients and a must have in the kitchen of the most reputed Chef's internationally.

In the Taj Mahal Cook Book you will discover recipes that will take you to new and exciting culinary experiences. This Cook Book is a collaborative and live project in which all the Taj Mahal® community takes active part by sharing their own recipes and experience. Join our community through any of our social media platforms and share your recipes and experiences.