Imeretian saffron leaves has a light sandy hue. It has an expressed spicy floral aroma with fruity notes and a rich specific taste. This variety of saffron is used for cooking fish, meat, bean dishes. The spice gives a piquant flavor to marinades and pickles. Imeretian saffron is incredibly popular in Georgian cuisine because it is impossible to achieve the classic taste of satsivi without adding this spice.