I am wondering if anyone has used and compared this saffron to the Gathering of Saffron brand saffron, if it is the same in quality, if not taste?
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Linda, I haven't used Gathering of Saffron, but I can vouch for the intensity and flavor of La Mancha. I first received this as a gift, then bought it for myself when I ran out (years later). I see that now the price has doubled since I received my first tin, so I suggest you jump on it and buy the big one! Cheers, MLR
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While I haven't tried GoS brand's saffron, its ad copy doesn't give its grade. That means it's good, even very good. This particular La Mancha saffron is graded "coupe," which means "cut," more or less. The yellow-gold end is cut off, leaving only the deep red-rust part. It's a higher quality. Thus I'd guess that this grade of La Mancha is better than the regular grade of GoS. I used the common grade for years without batting an eye; however, at this price, I buy the coupe. Hope that helps.
1322676
Ive used both when I make paella and I found it to be the same quality and taste. :-)
155139
Better than okay. I tried the orange when it was less expensive and I think I might like it better than the lemon. It certainly was a nice change for awhile.
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This is a Chinese Medicine used as a blood thinner, similar to ginseng. It is NOT normal saffron for spice!
327588
I have only tried the sunnah so i can't say which one is better, but it seemed like good quality to me. Flavor isnt to bad, i would say its certainly not bad quality.
320891
Last year I bought some tahani made from black sesame seeds. It's got significantly more flavor, which I kind of like. I don't think it has any added salt. I got it from Dipasa. They have both the regular and the black tahini in both jars and 40# pails. I like it!
530227
The imported one has a crappier taste! It's not as cheesy, less nutritional value, not as yellow and more bitter. The store I buy this one from (the non-imported one) was out, so I bought the imported one and now I'm stuck with crap...boooo!
408802
I like it much better than the Lipton teas, but that will be a personal opinion that may or may not be the same in your case. Its like trying to compare two different wines. They may be the same variety, but there can be a huge difference in taste. This one has become a staple in our house.
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I ordered back in Nov 2014, the packing date definitely was 2014. Also, the quality was really poor compared to other saffron I have at home (Mehr Saffron) and I ended up returning this one. I really had high hopes for The Gathering :(
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You never gave me a brand. I answered in general. If the one you are buying says 100% pure then ask the seller to confirm there is no blend.This one I personally use and it is 100% pure. It ships quicker cause it is in the USA not Egypt.
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I bought the Dahon and was happy with it. Didnt bother to check out the other brands as Dahon looked like the best one out there.
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To be quite honest, I believe they're the exact same thing. I couldn't tell the difference between the two. Whichever is the cheaper is the one I would get at the time since the shelf life was the same. Let me know if you have any further questions. D. Smith
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I found Organo Gold Cafe Supreme more on the McCafe for taste comparatively; definitely enjoyed it. I like the Gourmet Black more for the effect, you know Organo Gold has some positive herbal effects; of course everyone may experience it differently. I keep coming back for more.
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They look to be very similar though made by different companies. I looked up the Shazzam on line and it was quite a bit more expensive. So it is not the same product, but they are similar.
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I have bought both brands. I think they are pretty close to the same product. More of your preference then anything else.
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I think the quality is similar. They were both gifts to different sized families. I did have dinner with the family of the bigger one and we really liked it. Hope this helps.
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gee, I never thought about grinding saffron, its so fine and wispy to begin with. Well the mortar and pestle fit nicely in the bowl for grinding pepper corns & coriander seeds which is mainly what I use it for. the mushroom pestle fits nicely for this but I don't think the tolerances are close enough to grind something as fine as saffron. I have another mini mortar and pestle of more traditional shape - don't remember how I acquired it but the bowl is about 2 dia. I bet that would work. Maybe look for mini M&P.;
1980829
Ya know, it kinda does smell similar. Of course TTO I have is more concentrated so it smells stronger. You should know that I chose not to order BSO again, I switched to reishi mushrooms for my, "uh ummm, insides"...lol