Description

Species: Chinense, Extreme heat, Rare

Belonging to the Capsicum Chinense species, The Hurt Berry pepper, with a lineage that includes Reaper, Jigsaw, and Moruga, is indeed an extreme superhot variety.

Taste Profile

It is very crunchy when you bite into it, furthermore with a fruity floral flavour. It has a different kind of heat where you will experience a numbness of your tongue. The heat keeps on building and it is a beast of a chilli.

Heat Level

Its Scoville rating exceeds 1.6 million SHU (Scoville Heat Units), making it extremely hot. The combination of these potent chilli varieties contributes to its intense spiciness.

Texture and Appearance

The pods have thin walls that start light green and end up a fiery red when they are fully mature.

Size of Plant

In a pot, it grows to about one meter in height and is a great producer of magnificent-shaped pods. However, if you plant it in the ground it will grow much bigger.

Culinary Uses

Perfect for crafting fiery hot sauces, chilli salts, or powders, the Caramel Reaper adds an insane heat level to any culinary creation. Caution is advised when using it for cooking due to its extreme spiciness.

Growing and Care

Providing shade is crucial for the Hurt Berry’s growth, so avoid exposing it to full sun all day. Handle with gloves and designate a specific chopping board for super-hot peppers. A challenging but rewarding variety for the bold gardener.

Fun Facts

• Hurt Berry pepper are renowned for their record-breaking heat with floral flavors.
• It’s not berry and dos not hurt you if you are a Hot Head