Description
Species: Baccatum, Easy to grow, Rare, Upper Mid Heat
Belonging to the Capsicum Baccatum species, the Sugar Rush Peach chilli stands out with its distinctive peach-coloured Aji type pods.
Taste Profile
Sugar Rush Peach delivers an unparalleled sweetness, akin to biting into a ripe peach with subtle citrus undertones. The delightful flavor offers a sweet rush of chilli juice, earning its fitting name.
Heat Level
With a medium heat rating of 7/15, this chilli provides a manageable spiciness suitable for all palates. It is rated around 50,000 to 150,000 SHU on the Scoville scale.
Texture and Appearance
The pods exhibit a cylindrical shape with gentle ridges, tapering towards the end. Starting as light lime green, they mature into a stunning peach colour, enhancing their visual appeal.
Size of Plant
In pots, the plant grows to over a metre, while when planted in the ground, it can reach impressive heights of over 5 feet.
Culinary Uses
The Sugar Rush Peach chilli adds a unique sweetness to dishes, perfect for enhancing salsas, sauces, and marinades. Its versatile flavor profile complements both sweet and savory recipes.
Growing and Care
This chilli variety thrives in well-drained soil and requires regular watering. Providing ample sunlight and occasional fertilization promotes robust growth and abundant fruiting. With proper care, it can be a prolific producer throughout the growing season.
Fun Facts
- The Sugar Rush Peach pepper’s vibrant colour intensifies as it ripens, creating an exquisite visual appeal.
- The Capsicum baccatum Species is known for its tolerance to a variety of climates and is recognized for its fruity flavour profiles.
Andreas.pichowski –
Another baccatum that I absolutely love. Very very sweet flavor with just enough citrus to make them taste really fresh. They have a nice burn but are not very hot overall – Maybe a little bit hotter than a jalapeno. the plants are very beautiful and can produce quite a lot of peppers. The pods can grow quite large.
I highly recommend to use them fresh or make Hot Sauces out of them. Pick a pod, cut it up in a salad or on a sandwich.
Highly recommended.