Luwe premium Mace flower, (Nutmeg flower- Jathi Pathri )also known as Javitri, is a spice derived from the waxy, reddish, lacy covering that surrounds a nutmeg seed. It has a warm, spicy-sweet, and aromatic flavor, similar to nutmeg but with a more subtle, peppery, and citrusy note. It is used in both sweet and savory dishes globally, particularly in Indian, Caribbean, and European cuisines, adding depth to curries, biryanis, baked goods, and desserts. 

WHAT IT IS:

• Mace is the lacy, outer covering of the nutmeg seed.
• It is known as Javitri in Hindi and other Indian languages.
• The spice is typically bright red when fresh and dries to a yellowish-tan or reddish-tan color.

FLAVOR AND AROMA:

• Mace has a refined, intense aroma with a spicy-sweet and woody flavor profile.
• It is often described as having hints of black pepper, pine, and citrus zest.



CULINARY USES:

• Sweets: Used in desserts like milk custards, puddings, cakes, and fruit dishes.
• Savory Dishes: Incorporated into curries, stews, sauces, rice dishes (like biryani and pulao), and meat dishes.
• Spice Blends: A common ingredient in Indian spice blends such as Garam Masala.
• Other: Also used in pickling, for flavoring vegetables, and in spiced teas. 

CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE AND BENEFITS

• Medicinal Properties: Traditionally known to aid digestion, reduce inflammation, and act as a carminative.
• Traditional Cuisines: A prominent ingredient in Indian, Caribbean, Asian, British, Dutch, and French cooking.
• Visual Appeal: Its bright, lacy appearance adds to the visual appeal of dishes.

Mace is known by various names, including its local Indian names such as Javitri and Jaiphal, and international names like Muscade (French), Noce moscata (Italian), and Jouza at-Teeb (Arabic). In Malayalam, the local language here in Idukki, it is called Jathikka or Jathipatri.

COMMON NAMES FOR MACE

• Javitri: and Jaiphal: Widely used in India, particularly in Hindi.
• Jathikka: and Jathipatri: The Malayalam terms for mace.
• Jaatipatree: and Jatiphala: Other names found in various Indian languages and regional contexts.
• Muscade: The French term for mace.
• Noce moscata: The Italian name for mace.
• Jouza at-Teeb: The Arabic name for mace.
• Buah Pala: The Indonesian name for mace.