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Nutmeg Liquid Extract, Organic Nutmeg (Myristica Fragrans) Tincture 2 oz
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About Nutmeg Liquid Extract, Organic Nutmeg
Nutmeg (Myristica fragrans) is a spreading aromatic evergreen tree usually growing to around 5 to 13 metres high, occasionally 20 metres. The bark contains watery pink or red sap. The pointed dark green leaves (5 to 15 cm ? 2 to 7 cm) are arranged alternately along the branches and are borne on leaf stems about 1 cm long. Upper leaf surfaces are shiny. Flowers are usually single sexed; occasionally male and female flowers are found on the same tree. Nutmeg is most well-known as a spice. Nutmeg also produces the spice "mace" which is made from the red membrane, or aril, that covers the nutmeg seed. Nutmeg and Mace have similar sensory qualities, with nutmeg having a slightly sweeter and mace a more delicate flavour. Mace is often preferred in light dishes for the bright orange, saffron-like hue it imparts. Nutmeg is used for flavouring many dishes, usually in ground or grated form, and is best grated fresh in a nutmeg grater.
