Why Is Saffron So Expensive?

[dexter]

Harvesting saffron requires a lot of physical labor to get the flowers from the field to final packaging. The harvesting process plus its distinct flavor, smell, and color make it the most expensive spice in the world. It's used in kitchens across the world, as a fabric and skin dye, and may soon be used more widely for medicinal purposes.

 

[Ocean]

Because every petal has to be hand plucked seperately.