Straight Up | Dry
Metropole
Dry vermouth and bitters frame brandy into a restrained aperitif cocktail with early twentieth-century European structure
Spiced · Warm
Freshly Grated Nutmeg
Seasoning|Spices|Non-alcoholic|Banda_Islands, Indonesia
Freshly Grated Nutmeg is a finishing garnish that adds warmth aroma and visual appeal to classic and modern cocktails
Freshly Grated Nutmeg contributes warm baking spice notes with hints of sweetness wood and pepper making it ideal as a finishing touch for creamy punches flips and tiki drinks
Flavor Profile
Sweetness
Low
Bitterness
Low
Acidity
Low
Body
Light
Taste
WarmSweetSpicy
Aroma
NutmegCloveCinnamon
Texture
Light
Known For
Classic Cocktails
Fish House Punch
Modern Cocktails
Espresso Martini VariationsTiki CocktailsEggnog
Signature Serves
Holiday And Dessert Serves
Popular Brands
McCormickSimply Organic
Pairings
Pairs Well With
FalernumCreamPineapple
Recommended With
CinnamonAllspiceVanilla
Avoid Pairing With
None
Substitutes
Substitute With
Ground Nutmeg
Non-Alcoholic Alternatives
Ground Nutmeg
Freshly grated nutmeg provides significantly stronger aroma than pre-ground versions
Serving Tips
Use only a light grating as the aroma is highly concentrated
Storage Tips
Store whole nutmeg in a cool dry place and grate only when needed
Buying Tips
Choose whole nutmeg instead of pre-ground for the freshest aroma
Mix it into something
Cocktails made with Freshly Grated Nutmeg
About Freshly Grated Nutmeg
What Does Freshly Grated Nutmeg Taste Like?
Warm sweet and aromatic with woody spice and subtle pepper notes
How It Is Made
Whole nutmeg seeds are dried then freshly grated immediately before serving to maximize aromatic oils
How To Use Freshly Grated Nutmeg in Cocktails
Grate directly over finished cocktails immediately before serving for maximum aroma
Best For
Tiki cocktails flips punches creamy cocktails and holiday serves
A Bit of History
Nutmeg has been prized for centuries as one of the world's most valuable spices and became a classic garnish in punches flips and creamy cocktails