Spice guide / Mace
What is Mace?
The aril of nutmeg; sold separately from the nutmeg kernel.
Short answer: Mace (Hindi: जावित्री) is Myristica fragrans (aril). Warm, finer than nutmeg, peppery-sweet. Culinary use only — not a medicine.
| Common name | Mace |
|---|---|
| Hindi | जावित्री |
| Sanskrit | — |
| Botanical name | Myristica fragrans (aril) |
| Family | Myristicaceae |
| Origin | India — Kerala nutmeg gardens |
| Main producing regions | Kerala |
| Flavour | Warm, finer than nutmeg, peppery-sweet |
| Aroma | — |
| Forms | whole, powder |
| Retail packs | 100g–5kg (typical; see products) |
| Bulk | 10kg+ |
What is Mace?
Mace and nutmeg come from the same fruit. Market data often lists them as different forms, which is why grades matter.
History of Mace
Origin
India — Kerala nutmeg gardens
Growing regions
Kerala
How it is grown
Harvest
Processing
Grades
- Standard: Admin-configured commercial grade
- Premium: Admin-configured higher visual/purity selection
- Export Grade: Only show when export specifications exist for the lot
- Machine Cleaned: Machine cleaned — confirm process for the lot
Only grades that apply to a lot should be shown at purchase. These are templates, not invented industry certificates.
Flavour, aroma and colour
Warm, finer than nutmeg, peppery-sweet. . Colour: . Heat: none.
Culinary uses
- Biryani
- Sweets
- Garam masala
- Meat
Traditional uses
Recorded in culinary tradition. Traditional use is not scientific evidence of a medical effect.
SpicyCenter does not claim that spices cure, treat or prevent disease.
Storage and shelf life
Nutrition
Nutrition declaration is pack-specific and must be completed before UK/EU sale.
Buying guide
Retail packs typically run from 100g to 5kg. Bulk starts at 10kg. Selling prices are checkout prices. Indian market figures, when present, are indicative only.
