Spice guide / Nutmeg

What is Nutmeg?

Kernel of the nutmeg fruit. UK import controls can apply to nutmeg/mace/cardamom categories.

Short answer: Nutmeg (Hindi: जायफल) is Myristica fragrans. Warm, sweet, woody. Culinary use only — not a medicine.

Common nameNutmeg
Hindiजायफल
Sanskrit
Botanical nameMyristica fragrans
FamilyMyristicaceae
OriginIndia — Kerala
Main producing regionsKerala
FlavourWarm, sweet, woody
Aroma
Formswhole, powder
Retail packs100g–5kg (typical; see products)
Bulk10kg+

What is Nutmeg?

Nutmeg is Myristica fragrans kernel. Some dried spice categories from India currently face increased official controls — treat as a compliance workflow, not a marketing footnote.

History of Nutmeg

Origin

India — Kerala

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, sweet, woody. . Colour: . Heat: none.

Culinary uses

  • Sweets
  • Garam masala
  • Bechamel-style sauces
  • Meat

Traditional uses

Recorded in culinary tradition. Traditional use is not scientific evidence of a medical effect.

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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.

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