What is the hottest chili pepper in the world?

Le Pepper X, couronné piment le plus fort du monde par le livre Guinness des records. L'hybride américain Pepper X a battu le record du piment le plus fort au monde.

What is the Scoville scale?

The Scoville scale is the unit of measurement for chili peppers. We have dedicated several articles on the Scoville scale , but we have also established a top 20 of hot sauces on the Scoville scale as well as a ranking of chili peppers on the Scoville scale to help you find your way around.

How many chili peppers exist and which ones?

There are more than 2500 different chili peppers because varieties cross-pollinate very easily. The most commonly used varieties in sauces are: habanero pepper, chipotle pepper, jalapeno pepper, trinidad scorpion pepper, jolokia pepper, aji amarillo pepper, and of course the carolina reaper pepper.

A hot sauce is a preparation made with chili peppers and vinegar to which various other ingredients are added depending on the desired result (garlic, onion, curry, ginger, etc...) We have selected several hundred to help you find your favorite!

Do hot sauces make you gain weight?

Absolument pas, les sauces piquantes ne contiennent que très peu de matière grasse, et pour la plupart pas du tout, il s'agit de purée de piment associée à du vinaigre (le conservateur) et des épices.

Growing guide: how to grow your chili pepper?

chili pepper growing guide

Want to embark on the adventure of growing chili peppers or bell peppers? Whether you have a green thumb or not, you've come to the right place. We've specially created the Ultimate Chili Pepper Growing Guide to help you with your cultivation project.

The guide contents

This extremely comprehensive growing guide will accompany you step by step throughout your plant's growth, from germination, through growth to flowering, and includes:

Maintenance advice for each stage of development of your chili pepper plant.
Pro tips and tricks for growing chili peppers.
Information and methods to ensure the success of your plantation.
The list of equipment needed for growing chili peppers.
A series of frequently asked questions and answers to overcome all obstacles!

Just for you!

Because we're nice folks at Sauce Piquante, we're giving you all the keys to success for growing your chili peppers at home. Whether you want to add a little spice to your garden or heat up your interiors, this guide is provided to you for free when you sign up for our newsletter or with any purchase of chili pepper seeds from our shop.

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