Are we required to do anything if we drink saffron-infused coffee while in a state of ihram?
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Saffron is a perfume. So, if a pilgrim in a state of drinks coffee containing saffron out of ignorance or forgetfulness, there is no blame on him. However, if he intentionally does so while knowing it is forbidden, then he must feed six needy persons, or fast for three days, or sacrifice a sheep.
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