Nutmeg & Mace
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Experience the exquisite, dual-flavor profile of premium Nutmeg and Mace, two distinct and luxurious spices harvested from the same beautiful tropical fruit of the Myristica fragrans tree. Nutmeg is the solid, dark inner seed, known for its rich, sweet, and comforting warmth, while Mace is the striking, lacy reddish-orange outer aril that wraps around the shell, offering a more delicate, citrus-tinted warmth. At Aba Impex, we select and process both spices with great care to preserve their delicate volatile oils and beautiful natural colors. This elegant flavor duo is highly valued across global culinary traditions, with nutmeg adding depth to creamy béchamel sauces, sweet eggnogs, and classic holiday pastries, while mace refines clear broths, savory charcuterie, and high-end spice blends. Every batch is carefully graded to ensure exceptional quality, offering food manufacturers and gourmet packagers consistent flavor excellence.
Types
- Whole Sound Nutmeg (ABCD Grade): Premium, large, round, fully intact nutmeg seeds without any blemishes, highly preferred for high-end retail spice grinders.
- Whole Lacy Mace (Pale/Red): Carefully hand-peeled whole mace blades, sorted to preserve their beautiful intricate structure and rich aromatic profile.
- Nutmeg ‘With Shell’: Nutmeg preserved in its natural protective hard outer shell, ensuring maximum shelf life and freshness during long-term storage.
- Ground Nutmeg / Mace Powder: Finely ground separately under strict temperature controls to keep their delicate aromatic oils from dissipating during processing.
Specification
Properties | Values/Limits |
Product Name | Nutmeg (Whole Seed) & Mace (Whole Blade) |
Shelf Life | 2 Years |
Moisture Content | Max. 10.0% |
Total Ash Content | Max. 3.0% (Nutmeg); Max 4.5% (Mace) |
Volatile Oil Content | Min. 6.0% (Nutmeg); Min. 7.0% (Mace) |
Insect Damaged Seeds | Max. 1% |
Flavor & Aroma | Nutmeg: Sweet, warm, woody, comforting; Mace: Delicate, aromatic, warm with a subtle citrusy finish |
Grade | ABCD Round Whole, Mace Whole No. 1 |
Admixture Level | Max. 0.5% |
Color | Nutmeg: Grayish-brown with white veining; Mace: Bright orange-red to golden-amber |
Drying Process | Sun Dried / Regulated Indoor Air Flow |
Packaging | 10kg / 25kg Lined Double-wall Cartons |
Origin | Indonesia / Grenada / India |
Storage | Store in tight containers in a cold, dry, dark environment to preserve delicate oils |
Nutrition Facts – Serving Size: 100gm
Nutrient | Amount per 100g |
Calories | 525 kcal |
Total Fat | 36.3 g |
Saturated Fat | 25.9 g |
Cholesterol | 0 mg |
Sodium | 16 mg |
Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g |
Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g |
Sugars | 2.8 g |
Protein | 5.9 g |
Vitamin A | 102 IU |
Vitamin C | 3.0 mg |
Calcium | 184 mg |
Iron | 3.0 mg |
Magnesium | 183 mg |
Benefits And Uses
- Supports Restful Sleep: Nutmeg contains natural compounds like myristicin that can help calm the nervous system, supporting relaxation and restful sleep.
- Eases Digestive Discomfort: Helps stimulate gastric enzyme activity, easing abdominal bloating, flatulence, and occasional stomach spasms effectively.
- Refined Gourmet Flavor: Adds a classic, elegant flavor dimension to high-end pastries, French cream sauces, rich cheeses, and gourmet sausages.
- Antioxidant Defenses: Packed with beneficial monoterpenes and phenolic compounds that help protect bodily cells against oxidative stress damage.
