{"title":"Spicy Candies","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a fan of the classic red hot candies or prefer something more adventurous like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/collections\/carolina-reaper\"\u003eCarolina Reaper candy\u003c\/a\u003e, our selection has something for everyone. Explore other exciting chili collections, such as the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/collections\/ghost-pepper\"\u003eGhost pepper\u003c\/a\u003e, the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/collections\/habanero\"\u003ehabanero\u003c\/a\u003e and our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/collections\/carolina-reaper\"\u003eCarolina reaper\u003c\/a\u003e, for even more heat-packed options today and see what Sonoran Spice has to offer you!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ghost-pepper-peanut-brittle","title":"Ghost Pepper Spicy Candy Peanut Brittle 3 oz","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for a sweet and spicy treat? You've found the perfect product. This is Ghost Pepper Peanut Brittle. It is made with our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ghost-pepper\" title=\"ghost peppers\"\u003eghost peppers\u003c\/a\u003e and it is very hot and delicious. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 oz\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, baking soda, spice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo soy, no dairy, gluten-free!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product contains peanuts. The product is not created at Sonoran Spice and is kept in isolation away from our other products to protect customers with peanut allergies.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Ghost Peppers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many Scoville units is a Ghost Pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Scoville Scale Ghost Peppers are rated at 1,041,427 Scoville Heat Units. This is the rating of the hottest Ghost Pepper tested which makes Ghost Peppers 130 times hotter than the hottest Hatch Green Chiles which only have 8,000 Scoville Heat Units.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Ghost Pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGhost pepper (also known as bhut jolokia) is a super-spicy pepper that originated in India. Although this pepper has been around for centuries, the western world was first introduced to the spicy pepper in 2000. At first, this pepper tastes smoky, almost sweet. But wait thirty or forty seconds—the intense heat sneaks up on you like a ghost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan you die from eating a Ghost Pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile anything is possible, the general answer to this question is no. You could die if you had a serve allergic reaction, choked on the pepper, or overreact mentally so much that it causes you to have a medical condition such as a heart attack. Other than that you would have to consume at least 3 lbs. of Ghost Peppers to even ingest a dangerous amount of capsaicin, what gives peppers heat, and it is highly unlikely you would ever get close to eating that amount without having an upset belly where your body rejects the pepper preventing you from consuming more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is a Ghost Pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually, Ghost Peppers are around three inches long and about one inch wide. The peppers are shaped like a cone with a spherical top and pointed bottom, covered in thin, bumpy skin. The most common color for a ripened pepper is red. They also can also be yellow, orange, white, brown (chocolate), peach, and even purple, depending on the variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a Ghost Pepper taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell first off they are very hot but if you can get past all that heat they have a slightly sweet taste and a natural smoky flavor to them. Our Ghost Pepper products are not smoked and are pure so what you are tasting is the real deal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Pepper Guides \u0026amp; Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-ghost-peppers-how-hot-are-they\" title=\"What are Ghost Peppers?\"\u003eWhat are Ghost Peppers? How Hot Are They?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/the-habanero-breaking-down-the-popular-pepper\" title=\"Habanero Pepper Guide\"\u003eThe Habanero: Breaking Down the Popular Pepper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/top-10-spicy-recipes-for-game-day\" title=\"10 Game Day Recipes\"\u003eTop 10 Spicy Recipes for Game Day\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-fried-chicken-sandwich-recipe\" title=\"Fried Chicken Sandwich with Carolina Reaper\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Fried Chicken Sandwich\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/jalapeno-crispy-chicken-with-trinidad-scorpion-spicy-mayo\" title=\"Crispy Chicken With Jalapeno Flakes and Spicy Mayonnaise\"\u003eCrispy Chicken With Jalapeno Flakes and Spicy Mayonnaise\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30055734541,"sku":"DC-Ghost-Brittle","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/ghost-pepper-spicy-candy-peanut-brittle-3-oz-spicy-peanut-brittle-dcs-korner-651393.jpg?v=1731010227"},{"product_id":"dcs-korner-habanero-peanut-brittle-3-oz","title":"Habanero Spicy Candy Peanut Brittle 3 oz","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for a sweet and spicy treat? You've found the perfect product. This is Habanero Peanut Brittle. It is made with our habanero peppers and it has a medium heat level and is deliciously sweet.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 oz\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, baking soda, spice. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product contains peanuts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScoville Heat Units\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 250,000 SHU\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo soy, no dairy, gluten-free!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product contains peanuts. The product is not created at Sonoran Spice and is kept in isolation away from our other products to protect customers with peanut allergies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Habanero Peppers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hot is a habanero pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHabaneros range from 100,000 to 577,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). There are many varieties of habanero peppers, the most popular varieties are red and orange habaneros, those typically range between 300,000 to 350,000 SHU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a habanero pepper look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe habanero peppers are typically 1\/5-2.5 inches in length. The skin is smooth but can be slightly waxy. The pepper's body often has a slight taper from the stem to the tip, which can be pointed or blunt. Inside, they are filled with seeds which are spread around a white, spongy placenta where capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat, is most concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do habanero peppers come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt one point, it was thought that the pepper came from China, but now it’s more commonly thought to have first grown in the Amazon. Archaeologists discovered a habanero from 6,500 B.C. It is easily grown in other hot climates such as Costa Rica, Panama, Belize, and even warmer parts of the United States like Texas and California. Some habaneros also grow in the Caribbean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWant to learn more about Habanero Peppers? Be sure to check out \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/the-habanero-breaking-down-the-popular-pepper\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Habanero Peppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/products\/dcs-korner-habanero-peanut-brittle-3-oz\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.sonoranspice.com\/the-habanero-breaking-down-the-popular-pepper-with-extreme-heat\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30059622733,"sku":"DC-Habanero-Brittle","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/habanero-peanut-brittle-3-oz-spicy-peanut-brittle-dcs-korner-990061.jpg?v=1731010222"},{"product_id":"jalapeno-peanut-brittle","title":"Jalapeno Spicy Candy Brittle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for a sweet and spicy treat? You've found the perfect product. This is Jalapeño Peanut Brittle. It is made with our jalapeño peppers and it has a mild spice level and is deliciously sweet. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight: \u003c\/strong\u003e3 oz\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, baking soda, spice. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo soy, no dairy, gluten-free!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScoville Heat Units\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAbout 5,000 SHU.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product contains peanuts. The product is not created at Sonoran Spice and is kept in isolation away from our other products to protect customers with peanut allergies.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about Jalapeño Peppers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow did jalapeño peppers get it's name?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeño peppers are named after the city of Xalapa (or Jalapa) in Mexico, where they were first cultivated. The name \"jalapeño\" combines \"Jalapa\" with the Spanish suffix \"-eño,\" meaning \"from\" or \"of.\" As these peppers spread from their native region, they carried their name with them. The term's pronunciation and spelling adapted as it entered different languages, but its origin remains a tribute to Xalapa. This is a common practice where foods are named after their place of origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is there a tilde in the name jalapeño?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tilde in \"jalapeño\" is part of the letter \"ñ,\" unique to the Spanish alphabet. It represents a palatal nasal sound not found in English, ensuring the word's correct pronunciation. Historically, \"ñ\" developed from \"nn\" to simplify writing while maintaining the sound. The tilde maintains the pepper's cultural and linguistic authenticity, linking it to its Mexican origin. Just for fun, you can type a tilde on a keyboard by holding the Alt key and typing 164 on a numeric keypad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow hot is a jalapeño pepper?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA jalapeño pepper typically falls between 2,500 to 8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), categorizing it as medium heat. This makes it hotter than bell peppers but much milder than peppers like habaneros or the world's hottest, Pepper X. The heat of jalapeños can vary, with red ones generally being hotter than green. Factors like cultivation and ripeness affect its heat level. Capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat, is mostly found in the seeds and inner membranes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan dogs eat jalapeños? (Yes people ask us this!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDogs can eat jalapeños, but it's not recommended. The spice can cause mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting, or diarrhea. Jalapeños offer little nutritional benefit and can lead to digestive issues or pancreatitis. If given, ensure it's in tiny amounts and watch for adverse reactions. It's best to avoid feeding jalapeños to dogs unless advised by a vet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan kids eat jalapeños? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKids can eat jalapeños, but their tolerance varies, so introduce them gradually. Very young children should not consume spicy foods due to the risk of irritation or choking. Always supervise kids trying jalapeños for the first time, watch for allergic reactions, and be mindful of digestive upset. Reduce heat by removing seeds and membranes, and start with small amounts. Educate children on handling spicy foods safely and respecting their spice tolerance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre jalapeños good for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeños are beneficial due to their low calorie, high nutrient content, including vitamins C, A, B6, and K. They contain capsaicin, which has antioxidant, metabolism-boosting, and pain-relieving properties.  Jalapeños offer fiber for digestive health and can support heart health with potassium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat recipes are jalapeño peppers commonly used in?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeño peppers are frequently used in a variety of dishes for their spicy flavor. They are key in making jalapeño poppers, stuffed with cheese and fried or baked. Jalapeños are common in salsas, guacamole, and as a topping for nachos, tacos, and burritos. They're also pickled, used in chili con carne, or incorporated into cornbread and bread recipes. Additionally, jalapeños feature in spicy dips like jalapeño popper dip, in soups, and even in sweet applications like jalapeño jelly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do jalapenos put on a sweater? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause they are a little chili :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about Jalapeno Peppers? 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This isn’t just any ordinary snack—it’s a truly unique and unforgettable treat that balances sweetness with an intense, fiery kick. Introducing our Carolina Reaper Peanut Brittle, a bold creation crafted for those who crave both indulgence and adventure. Infused with our world-renowned Carolina Reaper peppers, known for their extreme heat and distinctive fruity undertones, this brittle delivers an incredible fusion of sweet, crunchy satisfaction and a powerful, lingering spiciness that’s as delicious as it is daring. Perfect for spice enthusiasts and snack lovers alike, this treat is designed to satisfy your sweet tooth while challenging your taste buds with its unforgettable heat. Whether you're looking for a thrilling solo snack or a standout gift for a fellow heat-seeker, this Carolina Reaper Peanut Brittle is the ultimate choice—packed with flavor, crunch, and a punch that leaves a lasting impression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach package of spicy brittle comes with two large brittle pieces. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, baking soda, spice. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo soy, no dairy, gluten-free!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product contains peanuts. The product is not created at Sonoran Spice and is kept in isolation away from our other products to protect customers with peanut allergies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Carolina Reaper Peppers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to eat a Carolina Reaper for the first time?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo eat a Carolina Reaper for the first time, ensure you're well-hydrated, have eaten something fatty, and keep milk or antacids handy; wear gloves for safety and choose a safe environment; nibble a small piece, chew it slowly without swallowing immediately; after eating, use dairy to soothe the inevitable burn, not water, and remain calm as the sensation will subside; keep in mind that everyone's tolerance differs and this is more about experiencing extreme heat than for health benefits. One of the best ways to try our pepper products is to make a spicy ranch dip. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/ghost-pepper-ranch-dip-recipe\" title=\"Sonoran Spice Spicy Ranch Dip Recipe\"\u003eThis simple recipe\u003c\/a\u003e will allow you to fine-tune how much of any one pepper you can handle without going overboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow to prepare for a Carolina Reaper Challenge?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst we will start with what not to do. Do not drink water. What makes peppers hot is capsaicin and it is an oil, oil and water do not mix, you will only spread the capsaicin if you drink water. What you should eat or drink after you have completed the challenge are dairy products containing a high fate content and Casein. This is a protein found in milk that acts as a detergent, binding to the capsaicin molecules. Casein is hydrophilic (water-attracting) and lipophilic (fat-attracting), which allows it to dissolve the capsaicin oils and wash them away from the receptors in your mouth that detect heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan a Carolina Reaper kill you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot likely. For a person who is not allergic to fruits, capsaicin, or any of the particular natural chemicals in the pepper, it's highly unlikely that it will kill you. If you have any underlying medical conditions, talk to your doctor before consuming them. Interestingly, the pain you feel is actually limited to mammals. Birds do not have the same pain receptors as mammals and do not even notice the heat, nor do they experience adverse reactions to eating peppers. This is believed to be a design of nature, allowing the birds to eat the peppers and transport the seeds to faraway lands, thus ensuring the survival of the pepper species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow hot is a Carolina Reaper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Carolina Reaper is renowned for its extreme spiciness, typically ranging from 1,569,300 to 2,200,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it over 200 times hotter than a jalapeño. Its heat comes from high capsaicin content, which can cause intense burning, sweating, and other physical reactions. The sensation lasts significantly longer than with milder peppers due to its potency. While the exact heat can vary, a Carolina Reaper consistently ranks as one of the world's hottest peppers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the most interesting thing about Carolina Reaper Peppers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most fascinating aspect of Carolina Reaper peppers is their origin through selective breeding to push the limits of heat, making them not just food but a symbol of culinary extremity. Their development by Ed Currie showcases human innovation in agriculture for the sake of spice. The Reaper has transcended the kitchen to become a cultural icon, inspiring challenges and a unique community of heat-seekers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Guides and Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Pepper Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-carolina-reaper-peppers\"\u003eThe Carolina Reaper Pepper – The Ultimate Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Fried Chicken Sandwich\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-fried-chicken-sandwich-recipe\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Meatball Sub Recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/delicious-carolina-reaper-meatball-sub-recipe\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Meatball Sub Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Baked Chicken Wings Recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-baked-chicken-wings\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Baked Chicken Wings Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-chicken-salad-sandwich-recipe\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12897831026722,"sku":"DC-Reaper-Brittle","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/carolina-reaper-peanut-brittle-3-oz-spicy-peanut-brittle-dcs-korner-280574.jpg?v=1731010125"},{"product_id":"jalapeno-pebbles-candy","title":"Jalapeno Pebbles Candy","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThese candies are not nearly as hot as our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/carolina-reaper-pebbles\" title=\"carolina reaper candy\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Pebbles\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/habanero-pebbles-candy\" title=\"candied habanero\"\u003eHabanero Pebbles\u003c\/a\u003e, but if you're still looking for that mild sweet heat, these are the ones for you.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe jalapeno-infused coating covers a sweet candy in the middle and is sure to send your taste buds on a spicy adventure.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT FOR CHILDREN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eEach tube is 6 inches long and is filled with 2 oz of rainbow-colored pebbles infused with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jalapeno-powder\" title=\"jalapeno pepper powder\"\u003eJalapeno pepper powder\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about Jalapeño Peppers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow did jalapeño peppers get it's name?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeño peppers are named after the city of Xalapa (or Jalapa) in Mexico, where they were first cultivated. The name \"jalapeño\" combines \"Jalapa\" with the Spanish suffix \"-eño,\" meaning \"from\" or \"of.\" As these peppers spread from their native region, they carried their name with them. The term's pronunciation and spelling adapted as it entered different languages, but its origin remains a tribute to Xalapa. This is a common practice where foods are named after their place of origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy is there a tilde in the name jalapeño?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tilde in \"jalapeño\" is part of the letter \"ñ,\" unique to the Spanish alphabet. It represents a palatal nasal sound not found in English, ensuring the word's correct pronunciation. Historically, \"ñ\" developed from \"nn\" to simplify writing while maintaining the sound. The tilde maintains the pepper's cultural and linguistic authenticity, linking it to its Mexican origin. Just for fun, you can type a tilde on a keyboard by holding the Alt key and typing 164 on a numeric keypad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow hot is a jalapeño pepper?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA jalapeño pepper typically falls between 2,500 to 8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), categorizing it as medium heat. This makes it hotter than bell peppers but much milder than peppers like habaneros or the world's hottest, Pepper X. The heat of jalapeños can vary, with red ones generally being hotter than green. Factors like cultivation and ripeness affect its heat level. Capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat, is mostly found in the seeds and inner membranes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan dogs eat jalapeños? (Yes people ask us this!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDogs can eat jalapeños, but it's not recommended. The spice can cause mouth irritation, drooling, vomiting, or diarrhea. Jalapeños offer little nutritional benefit and can lead to digestive issues or pancreatitis. If given, ensure it's in tiny amounts and watch for adverse reactions. It's best to avoid feeding jalapeños to dogs unless advised by a vet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan kids eat jalapeños? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKids can eat jalapeños, but their tolerance varies, so introduce them gradually. Very young children should not consume spicy foods due to the risk of irritation or choking. Always supervise kids trying jalapeños for the first time, watch for allergic reactions, and be mindful of digestive upset. Reduce heat by removing seeds and membranes, and start with small amounts. Educate children on handling spicy foods safely and respecting their spice tolerance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre jalapeños good for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeños are beneficial due to their low calorie, high nutrient content, including vitamins C, A, B6, and K. They contain capsaicin, which has antioxidant, metabolism-boosting, and pain-relieving properties.  Jalapeños offer fiber for digestive health and can support heart health with potassium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to get jalapeno off hands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo remove jalapeño heat from hands, wash with dish soap to dissolve the capsaicin oil. Rubbing hands with oil before washing can also help lift the capsaicin. Use baking soda paste, alcohol, or milk to neutralize or dissolve the capsaicin. Avoid touching sensitive areas and use lukewarm or cool water. If discomfort persists, consider using capsaicin-counteracting creams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the most interesting thing about jalapeno peppers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeños are fascinating for their ability to change color and heat as they ripen, starting green and turning red, with red ones often being hotter. They exhibit \"corking,\" white lines that indicate faster ripening, potentially adding flavor or sweetness, though not always more heat. Capsaicin from jalapeños is used medicinally for pain relief, highlighting their health benefits. They hold a significant place in Mexican and Southwestern U.S. cuisine, symbolizing cultural identity. Additionally, jalapeños are prolific producers and have been crossbred to create varieties with less heat, expanding their culinary use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do jalapenos put on a sweater? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause they are a little chili :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about Jalapeno Peppers? Be sure to check out \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/the-jalapeno-a-guide-to-the-classic-hot-pepper\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Jalapeño Peppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.sonoranspice.com\/jalapeno-peppers-wiki\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31399034323019,"sku":"JALAPENO-PEBBLES-3","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/jalapeno-pebbles-candy-spicy-candy-sonoran-spice-171665.jpg?v=1575671597"},{"product_id":"habanero-pebbles-candy","title":"Habanero Pebbles Candy","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for a sweet and spicy candy treat? Our Habanero Pebbles Candy is just what you are looking for. Our 6-inch tube holds 2 oz of sweet rainbow flavored candy with a candy coating that is infused with habanero peppers. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese Habanero Pebbles are not quite as spicy as our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/carolina-reaper-pebbles\" title=\"carolina reaper pebbles\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Pebbles\u003c\/a\u003e, but they are significantly spicier than our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jalapeno-pebbles-candy\" title=\"jalapeno candy\"\u003eJalapeno Pebbles\u003c\/a\u003e. If you are looking for a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spicy-candies\" title=\"spicy candy\"\u003espicy candy\u003c\/a\u003e that is very hot but not overwhelmingly hot this is a great choice. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eA great treat for anybody who loves spicy food. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT FOR CHILDREN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Habanero Peppers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hot is a habanero pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHabaneros range from 100,000 to 577,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). There are many varieties of habanero peppers, the most popular varieties are red and orange habaneros, those typically range between 300,000 to 350,000 SHU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a habanero pepper look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe habanero peppers are typically 1\/5-2.5 inches in length. The skin is smooth but can be slightly waxy. The pepper's body often has a slight taper from the stem to the tip, which can be pointed or blunt. Inside, they are filled with seeds which are spread around a white, spongy placenta where capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat, is most concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do habanero peppers come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt one point, it was thought that the pepper came from China, but now it’s more commonly thought to have first grown in the Amazon. Archaeologists discovered a habanero from 6,500 B.C. It is easily grown in other hot climates such as Costa Rica, Panama, Belize, and even warmer parts of the United States like Texas and California. Some habaneros also grow in the Caribbean.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWant to learn more about Habanero Peppers? Be sure to check out \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/the-habanero-breaking-down-the-popular-pepper\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Habanero Peppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.sonoranspice.com\/the-habanero-breaking-down-the-popular-pepper-with-extreme-heat\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31399484391499,"sku":"HAB-PEBBLES-CANDY","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/habanero-pebbles-candy-spicy-candy-sonoran-spice-159110.jpg?v=1574921789"},{"product_id":"trinidad-scorpion-pebbles","title":"Trinidad Scorpion Pebbles Candy","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" class=\"css-146c3p1 r-bcqeeo r-1ttztb7 r-qvutc0 r-37j5jr r-a023e6 r-16dba41 r-1adg3ll r-1kt6imw\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Trinidad Scorpion Pebbles are a fiery force to be reckoned with, taking second place in heat only to the unrivaled Carolina Reaper Pebbles. Crafted with the legendary Trinidad Scorpion Pepper, these pebbles deliver a deceptive experience—starting with a surprisingly mild, almost innocent taste that lulls you into a false sense of security. But don’t be fooled: within moments, that subtle introduction erupts into a blazing, flamin’ heat that engulfs your senses with its intense, fiery power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown for its place among the world’s hottest peppers, the Trinidad Scorpion brings not only extreme heat but also a unique flavor profile, blending faint fruity notes with a scorching kick that builds rapidly and lingers boldly. These pebbles are perfect for spice enthusiasts who crave a thrilling challenge and want to experience the dynamic contrast between a fleeting calm and an explosive burn. If you’re ready to test your limits and savor the rush of one of the planet’s most formidable peppers, our Trinidad Scorpion Pebbles are the ultimate choice—delivering unmatched heat and an unforgettable fiery adventure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach of our tubes comes with 2 oz of Trinidad Scorpion Pepper infused pebbles and is 6 inches long. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for children!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Product Guides \u0026amp; Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"What are Trinidad Scorpion Peppers?\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-trinidad-scorpion-peppers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWhat are Trinidad Scorpion Peppers?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/trinidad-scorpion-barbacoa-tacos\"\u003eSpicy Trinidad Scorpion Pepper Barbacoa Tacos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/spicy-trinidad-scorpion-thai-soup\"\u003eSpicy Thai Soup\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/scrambled-eggs-with-trinidad-scorpion-pepper-recipe\"\u003eScrambled Eggs with Trinidad Scorpion Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/trinidad-scorpion-beef-and-broccoli-recipe\"\u003eSpicy Trinidad Scorpion Beef and Broccoli\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/top-10-world-s-hottest-peppers-updated-2024\"\u003eTop 10 World’s Hottest Peppers (Updated 2024)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31406760591435,"sku":"TRINIDAD-SCORPION-PEBBLES","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/trinidad-scorpion-pebbles-candy-spicy-candy-sonoran-spice-501394.jpg?v=1574922023"},{"product_id":"trinidad-scorpion-peanut-brittle","title":"Trinidad Scorpion Peanut Brittle","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCraving a sweet and spicy treat?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou’ve discovered the perfect indulgence: our Trinidad Scorpion Peanut Brittle, packed with premium red skin peanuts for a delightful crunch. This treat combines irresistible sweetness with the intense heat of Trinidad Scorpion peppers, delivering a bold, fiery punch that’s both incredibly hot and delicious. Each package includes two large brittle pieces, ideal for savoring solo or sharing with fellow spice enthusiasts—if they can handle the challenge! Perfect for thrill-seekers and flavor adventurers, this brittle offers a thrilling balance of nutty sweetness and searing spice that will leave your taste buds tingling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peanuts, Sugar, Corn Syrup, Baking Soda, \u003cbr\u003eTrinidad Scorpion Pepper. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo soy, no dairy, gluten-free!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot for children!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product contains peanuts. The product is not created at Sonoran Spice and is kept in isolation away from our other products to protect customers with peanut allergies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Product Guides \u0026amp; Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-related-links\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-trinidad-scorpion-peppers\"\u003eWhat are Trinidad Scorpion Peppers?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/trinidad-scorpion-barbacoa-tacos\"\u003eSpicy Trinidad Scorpion Pepper Barbacoa Tacos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/spicy-trinidad-scorpion-thai-soup\"\u003eSpicy Thai Soup\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.sonoranspice.com\/spicy-thai-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/scrambled-eggs-with-trinidad-scorpion-pepper-recipe\"\u003eScrambled Eggs with Trinidad Scorpion Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/trinidad-scorpion-beef-and-broccoli-recipe\"\u003eSpicy Trinidad Scorpion Beef and Broccoli\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/top-10-world-s-hottest-peppers-updated-2024\"\u003eTop 10 World’s Hottest Peppers (Updated 2024)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39616576749759,"sku":"TrinidadScorpionPeanutBrittle","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/TSBrittleFront_compressed.jpg?v=1731008168"},{"product_id":"5-pack-sonoran-spice-co-spicy-peanut-brittle","title":"Sonoran Spice Spicy Peanut Brittle 5 Pack","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for a sweet and spicy treat?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYou've found the perfect product that is packed full of red skin peanuts. This is a delicious\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esweet treat that packs a punch. Each pack is made with a spicy pepper!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach package of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spicy-peanut-brittle\" title=\"spicy brittle\"\u003espicy brittle\u003c\/a\u003e comes with two large brittle pieces.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pack of Carolina Reaper Brittle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pack of Trinidad Scorpion Brittle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pack of Ghost Pepper Brittle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e1 pack of Habanero Brittle\u003cbr\u003e1 pack of Jalapeno Brittle\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, baking soda, spice. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo soy, no dairy, gluten-free!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product contains peanuts. The product is not created at Sonoran Spice and is kept in isolation away from our other products to protect customers with peanut allergies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39620562583743,"sku":"BRITTLE-5-PACK","price":35.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/5PackBrittle.jpg?v=1731008153"},{"product_id":"3pack-spicy-peanut-brittle","title":"Sonoran Spice Spicy Peanut Brittle 3 Pack","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eLooking for a sweet and spicy treat?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eYou've found the perfect product that is packed full of red skin peanuts. This spicy peanut brittle is a delicious\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003esweet treat that packs a punch. Each pack is made with a spicy pepper!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach package of spicy brittle comes with two large brittle pieces per flavor.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pack of Carolina Reaper Brittle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pack of Trinidad Scorpion Brittle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 pack of Ghost Pepper Brittle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNet Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 oz per brittle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peanuts, sugar, corn syrup, baking soda, spice. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo soy, no dairy, gluten-free!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This product contains peanuts. The product is not created at Sonoran Spice and is kept in isolation away from our other products to protect customers with peanut allergies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39621553520831,"sku":"BRITTLE-3-PACK","price":17.85,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/3packtriangle.jpg?v=1731008145"},{"product_id":"carolina-reaper-hot-blocks","title":"Watermelon Carolina Reaper Hot Blocks Hard Candy","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/carolina-reaper\" title=\"carolina reaper\"\u003eCarolina Reaper\u003c\/a\u003e watermelon-flavored hot blocks will set your tongue on a sweet and spicy adventure. A hot block is a sweet and sour hard candy with a very powerful kick. These Carolina Reaper hot blocks are packed with flavor and a scorching amount of heat. They make a great gift for any spicy loving friends and family in your life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemember not to touch your eyes and have a glass of milk ready when you're eating these fiery blocks. But have no fear, give them a try! After all... it's just \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spicy-candies\" title=\"spicy candy\"\u003ecandy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eContains Carolina Reaper peppers which will cause skin and eye irritation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eNot for Children\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003ePure cane sugar, corn syrup, filtered water, flavor enhancer (water, citric acid, sodium citrate, malic acid), Spice, Watermelon flavor (water, propylene glycol, artificial flavors, glycerin, alcohol, FD\u0026amp;C red 3, FD\u0026amp;C red 40), liquid food coloring (water, propylene glycol, FD\u0026amp;C red 40, FD\u0026amp;C blue1).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Carolina Reaper Peppers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHow to eat a Carolina Reaper for the first time?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo eat a Carolina Reaper for the first time, ensure you're well-hydrated, have eaten something fatty, and keep milk or antacids handy; wear gloves for safety and choose a safe environment; nibble a small piece, chew it slowly without swallowing immediately; after eating, use dairy to soothe the inevitable burn, not water, and remain calm as the sensation will subside; keep in mind that everyone's tolerance differs and this is more about experiencing extreme heat than for health benefits. One of the best ways to try our pepper products is to make a spicy ranch dip. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/ghost-pepper-ranch-dip-recipe\" title=\"Sonoran Spice Spicy Ranch Dip Recipe\"\u003eThis simple recipe\u003c\/a\u003e will allow you to fine-tune how much of any one pepper you can handle without going overboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHow to prepare for a Carolina Reaper Challenge?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst we will start with what not to do. Do not drink water. What makes peppers hot is capsaicin and it is an oil, oil and water do not mix, you will only spread the capsaicin if you drink water. What you should eat or drink after you have completed the challenge are dairy products containing a high fate content and Casein. This is a protein found in milk that acts as a detergent, binding to the capsaicin molecules. Casein is hydrophilic (water-attracting) and lipophilic (fat-attracting), which allows it to dissolve the capsaicin oils and wash them away from the receptors in your mouth that detect heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eCan a Carolina Reaper kill you?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eNot likely. For a person who is not allergic to fruits, capsaicin, or any of the particular natural chemicals in the pepper, it's highly unlikely that it will kill you. If you have any underlying medical conditions, talk to your doctor before consuming them. Interestingly, the pain you feel is actually limited to mammals. Birds do not have the same pain receptors as mammals and do not even notice the heat, nor do they experience adverse reactions to eating peppers. This is believed to be a design of nature, allowing the birds to eat the peppers and transport the seeds to faraway lands, thus ensuring the survival of the pepper species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHow hot is a Carolina Reaper?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Carolina Reaper is renowned for its extreme spiciness, typically ranging from 1,569,300 to 2,200,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), making it over 200 times hotter than a jalapeño. Its heat comes from high capsaicin content, which can cause intense burning, sweating, and other physical reactions. The sensation lasts significantly longer than with milder peppers due to its potency. While the exact heat can vary, a Carolina Reaper consistently ranks as one of the world's hottest peppers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the most interesting thing about Carolina Reaper Peppers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most fascinating aspect of Carolina Reaper peppers is their origin through selective breeding to push the limits of heat, making them not just food but a symbol of culinary extremity. Their development by Ed Currie showcases human innovation in agriculture for the sake of spice. The Reaper has transcended the kitchen to become a cultural icon, inspiring challenges and a unique community of heat-seekers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the record for eating Carolina Reaper Peppers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe world record for the heaviest amount of Carolina Reaper chili peppers eaten in one minute is 122 grams, set by Fredy Rubio in Portland, Oregon, on August 13, 2023. This record focuses on weight due to the peppers' variable sizes. Another notable record is Mike Jack's, who ate 50 Carolina Reapers in 6 minutes and 49.2 seconds on November 5, 2022, emphasizing speed over quantity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Guides and Recipes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Pepper Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-carolina-reaper-peppers\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-carolina-reaper-peppers\"\u003eThe Carolina Reaper Pepper – The Ultimate Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Fried Chicken Sandwich\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-fried-chicken-sandwich-recipe\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-fried-chicken-sandwich-recipe\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Meatball Sub Recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/delicious-carolina-reaper-meatball-sub-recipe\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/delicious-carolina-reaper-meatball-sub-recipe\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Meatball Sub Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Baked Chicken Wings Recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-baked-chicken-wings\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-baked-chicken-wings\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Baked Chicken Wings Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"Carolina Reaper Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-chicken-salad-sandwich-recipe\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/recipes\/carolina-reaper-chicken-salad-sandwich-recipe\"\u003eCarolina Reaper Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39859031605439,"sku":"WATERMELON-REAPER-HOT-BLOCKS","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/CarolinaReaperHotBlocks_2__compressed.jpg?v=1731008006"},{"product_id":"ghost-pepper-hot-blocks","title":"Cherry Ghost Pepper Hot Blocks Hard Candy","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003ca title=\"ghost peppers\" href=\"\/collections\/ghost-pepper\"\u003eGhost Pepper\u003c\/a\u003e cherry-flavored hot blocks will set your tongue on a sweet and spicy adventure. A hot block is a sweet and sour hard candy with a very spicy kick. Each hard candy is packed with flavor and you will be amazed how much heat we have packed into each little candy block. They make for a great \u003ca title=\"spicy candy\" href=\"\/collections\/spicy-candies\"\u003espicy candy\u003c\/a\u003e gift and are especially fun for pranking your unsuspecting friends with just a tiny cube of pure pain. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePure Cane Sugar, Corn Syrup, Filtered Water, Flavor Enhancer (Water, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malic Acid, Spice, Cherry Flavor (Water, Propylene Glycol, Artificial Flavors, Glycerin, Alcohol, FD\u0026amp;C Red 40, FD\u0026amp;C Blue1), Liquid Food Coloring (Water, Propylene Glycol, FD\u0026amp;C Red 40, FD\u0026amp;C Blue 1).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWarning: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContains Ghost Peppers which will cause skin and eye irritation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT FOR CHILDREN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to learn more about Ghost Peppers? Be sure to check out \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"ghost pepper information\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-ghost-peppers-how-hot-are-they\"\u003eThe Complete Guide to Ghost Peppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"ghost pepper information\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.sonoranspice.com\/the-complete-guide-to-ghost-peppers\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e on our new blog.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39859059753151,"sku":"GhostPepperHotBlocks","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/CherryGhostPepperHotBlocks.jpg?v=1731008000"},{"product_id":"trinidad-scorpion-hot-blocks","title":"Peach Trinidad Scorpion Hot Blocks Hard Candy","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Trinidad Scorpion peach-flavored hot blocks will set your tongue on a sweet and spicy adventure. A hot block is a sweet and sour hard candy with a very powerful kick. These Trinidad Scorpion hot blocks are packed with flavor and a scorching amount of heat. They make a great gift for any spicy loving friends and family in your life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePure Cane Sugar, Corn Syrup, Filtered Water, Flavor Enhancer: (Water, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malic Acid), Spice, Peach Flavor (Propylene Glycol, Artificial Flavors, Water, FD\u0026amp;C Yellow 5, FD\u0026amp;C Red 40), Liquid Food Coloring (Water, Propylene Glycol, FD\u0026amp;C Yellow 6).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eContains Scorpion peppers which will cause skin and eye irritation. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT FOR CHILDREN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWant to learn more about Trinidad Scorpion Peppers? Be sure to check out \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/what-are-trinidad-scorpion-peppers\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to the Trinidad Scorpion Pepper\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/products\/trinidad-scorpion-hot-blocks\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003ein our blog.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39868012658879,"sku":"PEACH-SCORPION-HOT-BLOCKS","price":4.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/TrinidadScorpionHotBlocks_2__compressed.jpg?v=1731007993"},{"product_id":"habanero-hot-blocks","title":"Mango Habanero Hot Blocks Spicy Hard Candy","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAre you looking for a sweet and spicy candy treat? Our new Habanero Hot Blocks hard candies are just what you are looking for. Each tube has roughly 20 hot blocks of Mango flavored candy with a candy coating that is infused with habanero peppers. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePure Cane Sugar, Corn Syrup, Filtered Water, Flavor Enhancer (Water, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malic Acid), Spice, Mango Oil, Liquid Food Coloring (Water, Propylene Glycol, FD\u0026amp;C Yellow 6).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eWarning: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContains Habanero peppers which will cause skin and eye irritation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT FOR CHILDREN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About Habanero Peppers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hot is a habanero pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHabaneros range from 100,000 to 577,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). There are many varieties of habanero peppers, the most popular varieties are red and orange habaneros, those typically range between 300,000 to 350,000 SHU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a habanero pepper look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRipe habanero peppers are typically 1\/5-2.5 inches in length. The skin is smooth but can be slightly waxy. The pepper's body often has a slight taper from the stem to the tip, which can be pointed or blunt. Inside, they are filled with seeds which are spread around a white, spongy placenta where capsaicin, the compound responsible for their heat, is most concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere do habanero peppers come from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt one point, it was thought that the pepper came from China, but now it’s more commonly thought to have first grown in the Amazon. Archaeologists discovered a habanero from 6,500 B.C. It is easily grown in other hot climates such as Costa Rica, Panama, Belize, and even warmer parts of the United States like Texas and California. Some habaneros also grow in the Caribbean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWant to learn more about Habanero Peppers? Be sure to check out \u003ca title=\"habanero pepper information\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/the-habanero-breaking-down-the-popular-pepper\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Habanero Peppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"habanero pepper information\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.sonoranspice.com\/the-habanero-breaking-down-the-popular-pepper-with-extreme-heat\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39868079571135,"sku":"HabaneroHotBlocks","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/HabaneroHotBlocks_2__compressed.jpg?v=1731007986"},{"product_id":"jalapeno-hot-blocks","title":"Lime Jalapeno Hot Blocks Spicy Hard Candy","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOur new jalapeno lime-flavored hot blocks will set your tongue on a sweet and spicy adventure. A hot block is a sweet and sour hard candy with a kick. These jalapeno hot blocks are packed with flavor with just a little amount of heat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSugar, Filtered Water, Corn Syrup, Fruit Flavor Enhancer (Water, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Malic Acid), Spice, Lime Oil, Liquid Food Coloring (Water, Propylene Glycol, FD\u0026amp;C Yellow 5, FD\u0026amp;C Blue 1).\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContains Jalapeno peppers which will cause skin and eye irritation. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions about Jalapeño Peppers\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow did jalapeño peppers get it's name?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeño peppers are named after the city of Xalapa (or Jalapa) in Mexico, where they were first cultivated. The name \"jalapeño\" combines \"Jalapa\" with the Spanish suffix \"-eño,\" meaning \"from\" or \"of.\" As these peppers spread from their native region, they carried their name with them. The term's pronunciation and spelling adapted as it entered different languages, but its origin remains a tribute to Xalapa. This is a common practice where foods are named after their place of origin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow hot is a jalapeño pepper?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA jalapeño pepper typically falls between 2,500 to 8,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), categorizing it as medium heat. This makes it hotter than bell peppers but much milder than peppers like habaneros or the world's hottest, Pepper X. The heat of jalapeños can vary, with red ones generally being hotter than green. Factors like cultivation and ripeness affect its heat level. Capsaicin, the compound responsible for the heat, is mostly found in the seeds and inner membranes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAre jalapeños good for you?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeños are beneficial due to their low calorie, high nutrient content, including vitamins C, A, B6, and K. They contain capsaicin, which has antioxidant, metabolism-boosting, and pain-relieving properties.  Jalapeños offer fiber for digestive health and can support heart health with potassium. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat recipes are jalapeño peppers commonly used in?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeño peppers are frequently used in a variety of dishes for their spicy flavor. They are key in making jalapeño poppers, stuffed with cheese and fried or baked. Jalapeños are common in salsas, guacamole, and as a topping for nachos, tacos, and burritos. They're also pickled, used in chili con carne, or incorporated into cornbread and bread recipes. Additionally, jalapeños feature in spicy dips like jalapeño popper dip, in soups, and even in sweet applications like jalapeño jelly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs jalapeño a fruit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, jalapeño is indeed a fruit. Botanically speaking, any part of a plant that develops from a flower and contains seeds is classified as a fruit. Jalapeño peppers are the fruit of the plant Capsicum annuum, just as tomatoes, cucumbers, and avocados are fruits, despite being commonly considered vegetables in culinary contexts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the most interesting thing about jalapeno peppers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJalapeños are fascinating for their ability to change color and heat as they ripen, starting green and turning red, with red ones often being hotter. They exhibit \"corking,\" white lines that indicate faster ripening, potentially adding flavor or sweetness, though not always more heat. Capsaicin from jalapeños is used medicinally for pain relief, highlighting their health benefits. They hold a significant place in Mexican and Southwestern U.S. cuisine, symbolizing cultural identity. Additionally, jalapeños are prolific producers and have been crossbred to create varieties with less heat, expanding their culinary use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do jalapenos put on a sweater? \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause they are a little chili :)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Info\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to learn more about Jalapeno Peppers? Be sure to check out \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/blogs\/sonoran-spice-product-guides\/the-jalapeno-a-guide-to-the-classic-hot-pepper\"\u003eThe Ultimate Guide to Jalapeño Peppers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.sonoranspice.com\/jalapeno-peppers-wiki\/\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on our blog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39868134424767,"sku":"JalapenoHotBlocks","price":6.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/JalapenoHotBlocks_1__compressed.jpg?v=1731007980"},{"product_id":"hot-blocks-hard-candy-5-pack","title":"Hot Blocks Hard Candy 5 Pack","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e hot blocks will set your tongue on a sweet and spicy adventure. A hot block is a sweet and sour hard candy cube with a very powerful kick. Each hot block is packed with flavor and a scorching amount of heat. They make a great gift for any spicy loving friends and family in your life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemember not to touch your eyes and have a glass of milk ready when you're eating these fiery blocks. But have no fear, give them a try! After all... it's \u003ca title=\"spicy candy\" href=\"\/collections\/spicy-candies\"\u003ejust candy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach 5-pack contains 1 tube of each of the following:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"spicy watermelon candy\" href=\"\/products\/carolina-reaper-hot-blocks\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatermelon Carolina Reaper Hot Blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"watermelon carolina reaper hot block candy\" href=\"\/products\/carolina-reaper-hot-blocks\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/files\/Carolina_Reaper_Hot_Blocks_480x480.jpg?v=1647459692\" alt=\"Carolina Reaper Hot Blocks\" style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"scorpion candy\" href=\"\/products\/trinidad-scorpion-hot-blocks\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeach Trinidad Scorpion Hot Blocks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"peach trinidad scorpian hot block candy\" href=\"\/products\/trinidad-scorpion-hot-blocks\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/files\/Trinidad_Scorpion_Hot_Blocks_480x480.jpg?v=1647459738\" alt=\"Trinidad Scorpion Hot Blocks\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/ghost-pepper-hot-blocks\" title=\"ghost pepper hard candy\"\u003eCherry Ghost Pepper Hot Blocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Ghost Pepper Hot Block\" href=\"\/products\/ghost-pepper-hot-blocks\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/files\/Cherry_Ghost_Pepper_Hot_Blocks_480x480.jpg?v=1647459766\" alt=\"Ghost Pepper Hot Blocks\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/habanero-hot-blocks\" title=\"mango hard candy\"\u003eMango Habanero Hot Blocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"mango habanero hot block candy\" href=\"\/products\/habanero-hot-blocks\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/files\/Habanero_Hot_Blocks_480x480.jpg?v=1647459792\" alt=\"Habanero Hot Blocks\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/jalapeno-hot-blocks\" title=\"jalapeno candy\"\u003eLime Jalapeno Hot Blocks\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"jalapeno lime hot block candy\" href=\"\/products\/jalapeno-hot-blocks\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/files\/Jalapeno_Hot_Blocks_480x480.jpg?v=1647459816\" alt=\"Jalapeno Hot Blocks\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarning\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003eContains extremely hot peppers which will cause skin and eye irritation. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003eNot for Children - Choking Hazard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sonoran Spice","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39959182246079,"sku":"HOT-BLOCKS-5-PACK","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/products\/AllHotBlocksCandies_compressed.jpg?v=1731007977"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0237\/0893\/collections\/spicy-candies-227525.jpg?v=1731015695","url":"https:\/\/www.sonoranspice.com\/collections\/spicy-candies\/pebbles.oembed","provider":"Sonoran Spice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}