The highlight of the experience is an aromatic walk through the herb and spice gardens, which spans over two acres. Walk over nutmeg shells, enjoying the aroma of local fruit trees, flowering plants, and of course, nutmeg. Visitors can sample De La Grenade’s many beverage concentrates, syrups, jams, and housemade La Grenade liqueur. The processing area grants behind-the-scenes insight into how these products are created and then shipped all over the world. There are also various homegrown fruits and spices—all native to the area—for tasting and purchase.
De La Grenade is located in the suburb of St. Paul’s, which borders St. George’s parish to the east; the garden is adjacent to De La Grenade Industries. The garden is about a 7-minute drive from the cruise ship terminal, and is about a 25-minute drive from Grenada’s Maurice Bishop International Airport.
Overall, January to April is considered the best time to visit Grenada because it’s the driest period. Typically, you’ll encounter the most tourists when the cruise ships are docked. But De La Grenade is slightly off the beaten path, so you probably won’t compete with too many crowds. Also keep in mind that the nutmeg garden is closed on the weekends.
For those interested in more nutmeg products and knowledge, head to Gouyave Nutmeg Station, located in Gouyave, a Grenadine fishing village. This factory produces three million pounds of the spice each year, and offers guided tours of the production process. Watch how the nutmeg fruit is picked and processed, sorted, and packed for shipping.