The present disclosure relates to beverages containing saffron as well as methods of manufacturing the same. The saffron beverages may include: (a) saffron particles in an amount of about 0.001 to about 1 wt. %, wherein the saffron particles have an average particle size of less than 2 mm； (b) a black pepper extract in an amount of about 0.001 to about 1 wt. %； and (c) water, wherein the saffron beverage has a pH of about 2 to about 5 and all weight percentages are based on the total weight of the saffron beverage.
