Sugandha Basmati Rice
Specifications:
Origin: India
Average Grain Length (AGL): 7.70 mm to 7.90 mm (Standard)
L/B Ratio: ~3.8 to 4.2
Cooked Elongation: 15 mm to 18 mm (Approx. 2.0x – 2.2x)
Moisture Content: 12.5% – 13% Max
Purity: 95% Min
Broken Grains: 1% – 2% Max (Sortex Cleaned)
Chalky Grains: < 2% (Nil in Sella/Steam)
Admixture: 5% Max (Natural)
General Physical Description:
- Grain Type: Extra-Long Slender.
- Colour: Clear white (Raw/Steam) or creamy/golden (Sella).
- Aroma: Moderate to strong fragrance; “Sugandha” literally translates to “fragrant.”
- Texture: Fine, non-sticky, and soft. Upon cooking, the grains remain separate and exhibit a high degree of fluffiness.
- Physical Form: Extremely slender with a sharp, pointed tip, making it visually similar to Pusa 1 and 1121 varieties.