Nutmeg
Myristica fragrans
Warm, sweet, nutty, slightly spicy
Traditional Uses
Culinary: Used in desserts, curries, and beverages like eggnog.
Medicinal: In Ayurveda, used sparingly as a sedative and digestive aid.
Environmental Impact
Typical CO₂ per kg: 4 kg
Flvour Origins CO₂ per kg: 2.5 kg
Hand-harvested with minimal transport emissions.
Origin
Country: India
Region: Kerala
Tags
WarmSweetNuttySpicy