🌾 Premium Aging Process

Our basmati rice undergoes a traditional 2-year aging process, enhancing the natural aroma and ensuring perfect texture separation when cooked.

📏 Extra Long Grain

Each grain expands to extra-long, thin dimensions upon cooking, delivering the authentic basmati experience with fluffy, non-sticky results.

🏺 Gourmet Packaging

Sealed in food-grade PET plastic jars to maintain freshness, prevent contamination, and ensure long-term storage without quality degradation.

Quality Assessment

This premium basmati rice demonstrates exceptional grain quality with consistent sizing and minimal broken grains. The 2-year aging process significantly enhances the natural nutty aroma characteristic of authentic Indian basmati. Laboratory testing confirms zero GMO content and gluten-free certification, making it suitable for diverse dietary requirements.

Cooking Performance Comparison

Compared to regular long-grain rice, this basmati variety exhibits superior expansion ratio of 2.5:1, reaching lengths of 8-9mm when properly cooked. The grains maintain structural integrity without becoming mushy, unlike many commercial alternatives. Water absorption is optimal at 1.5 cups per cup of rice, significantly less than standard varieties.

Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions

Preparation: Rinse rice 2-3 times until water runs clear. Soak for 30 minutes for optimal results.

Cooking: Use 1.5 cups water per cup rice. Bring to boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 15-18 minutes.

Finishing: Let stand 5 minutes off heat before fluffing with fork. Grains should be separate and aromatic.

Common Questions Addressed

Storage: Keep sealed jar in cool, dry place. Maintains quality for 12-18 months.

Portion Size: 1 kilogram provides approximately 20-25 servings depending on preparation method.

Versatility: Excellent for biryanis, pilafs, plain steamed rice, and fusion dishes requiring premium grain quality.

“After trying numerous basmati brands, this truly stands out. The aroma when cooking is incredible – fills the entire kitchen with that authentic fragrance I remember from Indian restaurants.

Every grain cooks perfectly separate, no clumping whatsoever. The texture is exactly what basmati should be – fluffy yet firm. I’ve been using it for both simple steamed rice and complex biryanis with consistently excellent results.

The packaging is practical and keeps the rice fresh. At this price point for 2.2 pounds of premium aged basmati, it’s genuinely excellent value. My family noticed the difference immediately compared to our previous brand. Will definitely reorder when we finish this jar.”

– Sarah M., Verified Purchase