Tasting notes

This super-powerful sauce showcases Pepper X in all its colors: red, chocolate, and peach. Once the sauce enters your mouth, your palate begins to ignite. The most resistant among you will immediately taste the floral and delicate flavor of the world's hottest pepper. For others, they will have to wait a bit for the burn to subside to fully appreciate the flavors.

Ginger, turmeric, coriander, and mustard come at the finish to comfort your palate.

Heat level of Hot Ones sauce #10

Featured in seasons 10 through 12 of the Hot Ones show, this sauce was in tenth place due to its terrifying heat. Measured at 2,000,000 on the Scoville scale, it made all the celebrity guests on the show blush, including Justin Timberlake, Margot Robbie, Brie Larson, and Eric André! The person who handled the trial by fire best was Dua Lipa, who was particularly impressive!

How to use an extreme sauce?

If you want to take on a Hot Ones challenge, we recommend chicken wings, nuggets, falafels, breaded vegetables, or tortillas. Being able to eat these foods in one bite is quite satisfying. Additionally, if you choose fried foods, know that the fat will somewhat reduce the heat.

Nothing will stop you from using your sauce like salt and pepper, directly drizzling it over your plate (we know that among you there are true forces of nature 😉).

We prefer to remind you that when tasting a very hot sauce, it is safer to have yogurt, whipped cream, or milk on hand. These foods will significantly reduce the burn caused by capsaicin.

The Hot Ones brand

Since 2010, we have been striving to offer you original and unique quality sauces. It is therefore quite natural that we have followed the Hot Ones show since its debut in 2015. We have compiled a complete list of all the Hot Ones sauces featured in each season with their Scoville scale ratings and exclusive photos of your favorite celebrities!

What is Pepper X?

Pepper X is currently considered the world's hottest pepper, officially recognized by Guinness World Records in 2023. Created by Ed Currie, the American horticulturist already behind the famous Carolina Reaper, Pepper X reaches a record intensity of 2.69 million units on the Scoville scale.

This hybrid pepper is the result of several years of crossbreeding aimed at achieving an extreme concentration of capsaicin, the molecule responsible for the burning sensation. Behind its yellowish-green color and bumpy texture lies unmatched power, reserved for experienced enthusiasts and used with caution in artisanal hot sauces or extreme culinary challenges.

Pepper X is not just a gastronomic curiosity: it symbolizes innovation in the cultivation of ultra-hot peppers and generates strong enthusiasm among spicy food enthusiasts.

What does Pepper X taste like?

Pepper X is not just about its legendary power: behind its extreme intensity, it hides a complex and surprising aromatic profile. Before the burn invades the palate, you first perceive fruity, floral, and slightly smoky notes, reminiscent of green mango, lemon, and ripe bell pepper. Its deep, earthy flavor gives it a unique character, often described as richer and less sweet than that of the Carolina Reaper, its predecessor.

However, this taste subtlety quickly disappears under an overwhelming heat that lingers in the mouth, exceeding 2.6 million Scoville units. Pepper X is therefore a pepper to be enjoyed with caution, ideally in small doses in hot sauces, marinades, or spicy dishes, to enjoy its exceptional taste without being overwhelmed by its strength.

How to use Pepper X in cooking?

Using Pepper X in cooking requires both caution and creativity, as its power is exceptional. With over 2.6 million Scoville units, this pepper is not meant to be consumed raw or in large quantities. It is mainly used in the form of hot sauce, powder, or extract, to bring intense heat and a fruity, smoky taste to dishes.

A few drops are enough to enhance a marinade, chili, grilled meat, or spicy soup. Chefs and thrill-seekers also incorporate it into artisanal barbecue sauces or infused oils. To fully enjoy its aromas without excess, it is advisable to dilute it or mix it with milder peppers. Pepper X is thus an exceptional ingredient that transforms each recipe into an intense and unforgettable culinary experience.

What are the benefits of Pepper X?

Beyond its reputation as the world's hottest pepper, Pepper X has several health benefits, primarily related to its high capsaicin content. This active molecule, responsible for the heat sensation, stimulates metabolism, promotes fat burning, and can aid in weight loss when consumed in moderation. Pepper X is also recognized for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, helping to relieve certain muscle and joint pain.

Rich in antioxidants, it helps strengthen the immune system and protect cells against oxidative stress. Finally, like many hot peppers, it triggers the release of endorphins, providing a natural sense of well-being. However, be careful: its extreme power requires very moderate consumption to enjoy its benefits without risking irritation or discomfort.