The best replacement for nutmeg is mace.

The best alternatives to nutmeg are rated as following:
★★★★★  mace
★★★★★  cinnamon
★★★★  allspice
★★  cloves
★  ginger
★  ground nutmeg
★  cinnamon rice pudding
★  fresh grated nutmeg
  fresh nutmeg
  dry nutmeg

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Speaking about nutmeg, one probably shouldn't forget about eggnog.

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