The Caramel Trinidad Scorpion Moruga pepper was declared the hottest chili pepper in the world in 2012, and there's no surprise why! A rare variety of the (former world record holder at 1.2 million SHUs), this super hot pepper has a burn that will stick around with you for a few days!
This pepper plant is fairly prolific and can grow to 4 feet tall. Producing wonderfully gigantic, super hot 3" pods, this variant starts out green and takes forever to ripen to caramel - but man, is it worth it!
The Trinidad Moruga Caramel has a sweeter, fruity taste before the blistering heat kicks you in the throat. With heat levels surpassing 1,200,000 SHUs, this is a super-hot pepper you must try! Use it as a dried chili powder, or make for a fiery pepper hot sauce!
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