Bhut Jolokia, famously known as the Ghost Pepper, hails from the Assam state in India. Recognized for its insane heat, it held the title of the world’s hottest chilli for years. Additionally, it is an amazing producer of elongated peppers. The fruits mature from green to bright red, making them ideal for crafting a hot sauce or adding a delicious kick to spicy Indian dishes. One thing is for sure – it will spice up any meal, making it a go-to choice for those seeking intense heat and bold flavour.
Meet the Butch T Scorpion Pepper, a fiery delight hailing from Crosby, Mississippi. Belonging to the Chinense species, this pepper boasts extreme heat that has even earned it a spot in the Guinness World Records. Brace yourself for a taste adventure with this Trinidadian sensation!
The Caramel Reaper, a natural mutation of the Carolina Reaper, holds the Guinness World Record as the hottest pepper. With origins in Capsicum Chinense, this chilli is known for its extreme heat and profound burn. It is a fierce addition to any chilli garden.
Carolina Reaper HP22B, renowned as the world’s hottest chilli, earned the Guinness World Record with an intense Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) rating of 1.5 million. A hybrid of Habanero and Naga Viper, it belongs to the Capsicum Chinense family.
The Infinity 7 Pod Pepper, a creation of English chilli breeder Nick Woods, proudly hails from Fire Foods in Grantham, Lincolnshire. Renowned as a Guinness World Record holder in 2011 for its scorching heat at 1,067,286 SHU, this pepper boasts a robust, bushy plant reaching impressive dimensions of 1 meter in height and 1.5 meters in width, flourishing with golf ball-sized pods transforming from vibrant green to a rich red. Cut open, the pods release a delightful floral fruity aroma, indicative of its exceptional quality.
The Red Savina Habanero, a distinguished member of the C. Chinense species, hails from the Amazon region and migrated to Mexico. Renowned for its robustness, it yields larger, hotter peppers, evolving from dark green to fiery red upon maturity.
It’s truly remarkable to see the dedication and passion that chili growers put into their craft. Through innovation, research, and development, they strive to create amazing chili varieties. These growers channel their enthusiasm and expertise to produce different types of chilies, each with its own unique level of natural heat.
Some of these chilies have even been officially calibrated on the Scoville scale and recorded in the Guinness World Records. The continuous efforts of chili growers have led to the development of new varieties that surpass previous records in terms of heat. It’s wonderful to hear that our team has already tasted these legendary chilies.
With great excitement, we are presenting “The World Records Pack” for our chilli loving customers to grow in their gardens. Adding these exceptional chili plants to your garden will undoubtedly make it a source of pride.
