McCormick Ground Mace, 0.9 oz

I make my own (British) Mixed Spice for the fall season. I needed some Mace and there was none to be found in town. Not sure if anyone reading this wants the recipe but I'm here to tell you it is so much better than American pumpkin pie spice. I'll share the recipe with you. It's wonderful in all manner of baking or even to mix into cream for coffee.Homemade British Mixed Spice1 tablespoon quality ground cinnamon2 teaspoons ground allspice2 teaspoons ground nutmeg1 teaspoon ground cloves1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoons ground coriander3/4 teaspoon ground maceCombine all spices in an airtight glass jar and keep store in a dark cool place for up to several months.Makes about 1/4 cup of Mixed Spice.

Very hard to find mace anymore in the stores, I purchased for my mom who uses it for her special recipes. McCormick spices are always fresh and are great quality, grateful to find them on Amazon.

McCormick Ground Mace delivers exceptional freshness and vibrant color, making it a standout spice in any kitchen. Its potent aroma and distinctive, slightly sweet flavor elevate both sweet and savory dishes, from baked goods to stews. The quality and consistency of McCormick's mace ensure a reliable and delightful culinary experience, whether you're enhancing a holiday recipe or everyday meals. Highly recommended for its top-notch freshness and rich, warm hue.

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Mace is a single-source spice derived from the waxy, lacy sheath encasing the nutmeg seed, and one which brings a magical complexity and sense of surprise to the palate. McCormick's offers this golden brown wonder dust at the best price within the Amazon Ecosystem, and in a quantity that doesn't force us to overbuy.Opening the container conjures the smell and ethereal warmth of the Holidays, but with added nuances of saffron and black pepper. It's spicier and sweeter than nutmeg, and brings elevation to a dish as a counterpoint to nutmeg's depth. Peaches and pears, light and flaky fish, chicken, pork, roasted vegetables, dairy, cookies, and cream-based soups are all prime pairings for this exotic spice. And like its nutmeg sibling, Mace is always home for The Holidays, and needs to finds its way into your booze.One of Earth's most wondrous spices, albeit one nearly forgotten in an American era of blunt force convenience foods. – (Was this review of use to you? If so, let me know by clicking "Helpful." Cheers!)

Mace isn't a spice many of us need very often, so it is good to have it in a package this size. Two of these little containers, stacked, take up the same space as a usual jar of spices. But you are kind of paying a premium for McCormick's branding. I would love it if this were available in a generic brand (like Amazon's 365), at this size.If you're not familiar with mace, it is from the same plant as nutmeg, but has a distinct flavor and scent. It's among those "holiday-ish" spices, so it's a good addition to pumpkin pie, gingerbread cookies, and anything else that calls for nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, and/or cloves – even if the recipe doesn't call for mace (it can be your secret ingredient). But use it sparingly until you figure out a good ratio.Meal-wise, it's a component in various South Asian dishes (e.g., part of a curry mix). I think it's also used in some Caribbean, Middle Eastern, and African cuisine, though I have only dabbled in that direction. Oh, and if you want to make your own East Coast-style seafood seasoning (along the lines of Old Bay), this might be a worthwhile addition. I think most of the distinct flavor profile of that is from nutmeg, though it may also have some allspice in it.

Love the cozy flavor

Never used before but will definitely include in other dishes