Category: Chili peppers

Many culinary enthusiasts are confused by the similar-sounding French names, but piment doux is distinctly different from cayenne pepper. While one is a mild, sweet pepper often used for paprika, the other is known globally for its intense, spicy heat.

With an average of over 1.6 million Scoville Heat Units, the Carolina Reaper's extraordinary spiciness is not for the faint of heart. This mind-blowing heat is all thanks to a specific chemical compound known as capsaicin, which is the active ingredient in Carolina Reaper peppers.