Spiciest Peppers of the World
by John Mancho on Aug 18, 2008 with 16 Comments
These tormentors will truly trouble your tongue.
There are many spicy peppers all over the world but only some of them should actually be called spicy. These peppers are measured on a scale called the scoville scale. These spices are grown from all around the world. The spices are listed in order form the spiciest.
The Naga Jolokia pepper (SR: 1,041,427 in its hottest form)
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The Naga Jolokia Pepper is grown in Bangledash and is one of the hottest peppers in the world. The pepper is also known as The Ghost Pepper, and The Ghost Chili. Just from eating one of its seeds your mouth bill burn for about 30 minutes. Now that’s Intense!
The Red Savina Pepper (SR: 350,000 – 580,000)
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The Red Savina Pepper is a type of habanero pepper. It is normally grown in China. Some nicknames of this pepper are Dominican Devil’s Tongue Pepper, and the Ball of Fire Pepper.
Scotch Bonnet (SR: 100,000-350,000)
The scotch Bonnet is an extremely spicy pepper. It is grown mostly in the Caribbean in areas such as Belize and Jamaica. They can come in a variety of many shapes and colours.
Tepin Peppers (SR: 50,000-100,000)
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The Tepin Peppers are believed to be the hottest in the world and are grown in the deserts of Texas. A nickname for this pepper is called A Bird’s Eye.
As you can see here there are many spicy and interesting peppers all around the world and are a must try for everyone. I’m sure I could add many more peppers to this list. It is just so fascinating how these small peppers can be extremely spicy. Hope You enjoyed reading this!
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IcyCucky | Aug 18, 2008 | Reply
I like spicy foods, but not tongue burning hot! Good information!
James | Aug 20, 2008 | Reply
Great article! It is very intereting.
Jacob | Oct 2, 2008 | Reply
This was a very informative article. Keep up the good work
Sam | Oct 2, 2008 | Reply
I’ve really got to try one of those! jk
???? | Oct 2, 2008 | Reply
You are an awesome writer! Great Topic
Aira | Dec 28, 2008 | Reply
There was an article on the Reader’s Digest, i forgot which issue which shows all the different spices. It has habanero as the spiciest. So, if you want to experiment on some spices, make sure you got some milk or yogurt with you…:D
jerremy | Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
i love peppers this much 1
jerremy | Feb 2, 2009 | Reply
infact you might even say that i am in love with them and have formed a loving relationship with a bell pepper, and have concieved 3 pepper children.
AlanXPX | Mar 30, 2009 | Reply
hello jerremy, WTF you on about man u need help. are you interfearing with peppers.
jerremy | Mar 30, 2009 | Reply
yes
AlanXPX | Mar 30, 2009 | Reply
call me on: 0141878119
jerremy | Mar 30, 2009 | Reply
wait, thats my fathers number…. Dad!
AlanXPX | Mar 30, 2009 | Reply
ehh no… got to run my roast is burning ………….
jawsrevenge | Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
Its a bastard trying to get through customs when your arse is stuffed with peppers
jerremy | Apr 20, 2009 | Reply
tell me about it man
Tina | May 16, 2009 | Reply
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