Saffron Tea Tea is sometimes referred to as an infusion or "steeping" saffron. This is exactly the same principle you use in making any tea - the longer the saffron steeps, the stronger its flavor, aroma, and color. Where saffron preparation differs from tea is that you can release saffron effectively in a hot liquid such as water, broth, or milk or in room temperature white wine, vodka, rosewater, orange...