Ground Mixed Spice

Gregg's Mixed Spice blend is made up of coriander seed, cassia, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger and cloves. Mixed spice is often confused with allspice, however, allspice comes from the dried, unripe berry of a pimento tree, whereas mixed spice is a blend of spices.Mixed spice is often used to complement sweet foods such as fruit, cakes and puddings. In New Zealand, mixed spice is most commonly used in Christmas pudding, hot cross buns, fruit cakes and fruit pies.