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Carolina Reaper Powder
Carolina Reaper Powder
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$9.95
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$13.95
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On the Scoville Heat Scale, the Carolina Reaper pepper has an average Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) rating of 1,641,000 with some individual peppers topping out at an incredible 2,200,000 SHU.
To give you an idea of how off-the-charts Carolina Reaper Scoville units are compared to other common pepper powders, a bell pepper has a SHU of 0 as it has no heat. A common jalapeño has a SHU of around 2,500 - 6,000 SHU. Whereas habanero peppers range anywhere from 100,000 to 350,000 SHU.
Carolina Reaper Pepper Characteristics:
The Carolina Reaper pepper was bred by the pepper cultivar, Ed Currie, who cultivated the pepper by cross-breeding a red habanero pepper with a red Ghost Pepper. It was bred in a greenhouse in Rock Hill of South Carolina and was previously named HP22B. Our Carolina Reaper Powder is mildly sweet and has a fruity flavor. That is, once you get past the overwhelming heat the pepper contains!
Since the peppers are a crossbreed between a ghost pepper and a red habanero pepper, it has a sweet fruity flavor but the heat hits you instantly. Your skin begins to sweat and the intense pain in your mouth is unbearable. Luckily this pain subsides in about 10 minutes.
What do Carolina Reaper Peppers look like?
Unlike most peppers that have a smooth appearance, reaper pods are very rough in appearance and have a tail that looks similar to a scorpion stinger. They generally range in size from about 3/4 of an inch to 1.5 inches in diameter.
Carolina Reaper Pepper Pungency
The heat, also known as pungency as it relates to peppers, is caused by the chemical compound capsaicin. Capsaicin is an oil that is prominent in the world's hottest peppers. One known antidote to capsaicin is casein which is present in some milk-based products. Casein works as a detergent that binds to the capsaicin and gives the consumer of hot peppers some relief from the pepper's pungency.
Random fact:
The most pungent (spiciest) part of the pepper is in the inside top portion of the peppers, especially around the seeds. When trying a pepper it is always best to start with the bottom of the pepper near the tail by trying just a small sliver to get a feeling of just how hot the pepper is.
Growing Season:
Late February - Late November.
Late February - Late November.
Nutritional Value:
Chile peppers contain a high amount of vitamin C. Almost twice the number of citrus fruits.
Chile peppers contain a high amount of vitamin C. Almost twice the number of citrus fruits.
Common Uses For Carolina Reaper Seasoning:
- Insanity Wings
- Mexican Dishes
- Chili
- Add heat to any meal.
- Commonly used in pepper-eating contests and food-eating challenges. We host a pepper-eating contest at the Arizona Taco Festival each year. Most people are unable to even get to the Carolina Reaper and bow out on Ghost Peppers and Scorpion Peppers.
- Super spicy dips
Why buy from us?
- Premium quality non-smoked powder, you will taste the difference.
- Lightning-fast shipping time, we will ship your order in under 2 business days. Most orders ship the same day or the very next business day.
- Pure, no additives.
- Ships in a high-quality spice jar with a sealed sifter flip top.
Looking for a larger amount?
We offer wholesale discounts on purchases over $500. You can learn about wholesale on our Wholesale Page.
Packaging
Orders over 4 kgs will ship in a bag in a box format without the plastic bottles due to carriers charging excess weight/volume fees. If you would like to insist it ships all in plastic jars as shown, please email us at service@sonoranspice.com.
Frequently Asked Questions About Carolina Reaper Peppers
How to eat a Carolina Reaper for the first time?
To 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. This simple recipe will allow you to fine-tune how much of any one pepper you can handle without going overboard.
How hot is a Carolina Reaper?
The 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.
Related Guides and Recipes
The Carolina Reaper Pepper – The Ultimate Guide
Carolina Reaper Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Carolina Reaper Meatball Sub Recipe
Carolina Reaper Baked Chicken Wings Recipe
Carolina Reaper Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 283 reviews.
I have friends that like hot salsa. This year they asked if I could make a batch that would make them sweat. Your seasoning was just what I needed. They loved it.
This is the second time I have ordered a killo of Carolina reaper pepper from you. Both times it has been very easy and quick delivery. I find the product very good sprinkled on most of my meals. Thank you!
The Carolina Reaper powder from Sonora Spice is definitely the best for the flavor and the price.
Great value and flavor! Super punchy, spice-wise.
very very very hot
Great heat. Expected reaper flavor. Will buy again.
I haven’t used it yet but I opened it and the heat automatically reached my sinuses b I’ll be using this to mix w a small amount of oil to boost bird seed, and I know from friends that it works. But I’ll wear gloves and be careful!
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Great products! We bought small containers of habanaro, scorpion, ghost, and reaper powders and made 4 test batches of hot creamed honey. Had about 80 people sample in a blind taste test. Everyone guessed the pepper varieties and picked their favorite. Out of 80 testers only 2 guessed all 4 correctly and we drew one to get two free creamed honeys. Over half the testers prefered the reaper even though they didn't know what it was. We purchased the larger jar to support full production of our new reaper pepper creamed honey. It's going to be a big hit! Steve Odom Hogs and Honey LLC.
Great product. Every thing went well. Great company to work with.
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The California reaper powder is awesome it will heat you up and make you feel happy make sure you have yourself a cup of milk on the side you can sprinkle the spice on just about anything and it enhances the flavors thank you so much for your spices the spice is right
We bought the reaper, ghost and habanero powder to make in our mustard slaws. Let me tell you whewwwew they are hot! Exactly what they are supposed to be. You suffer for about 5-6 minutes and then you’re ok which is perfect!!! Will be buying a lot more in the future! Thanks for a great product!
I enjoy mixing the powder into a season salt to sprinkle on food or dipping sauces
Immediately got some in my eye. Thought I was going to die. Five stars.
I usually get the Carolina Reaper Powder from a local store but I left home without it. So I ordered it online and was extremely pleased with the Carolina Reaper that I received and will definitely order more.
Very convenient size to take along with you to restaurants or outings to perk up your food. Very happy with the product as always.
I have severe back pain. It helps me into a zen state and gives me a break and it keeps my friends and wife and from asking if they can have a bite. Haha!! Hottest I found that taste good! Thank y’all!
I've ordered from this store multiple times. Great products
Everyone who had my home made sausage with your spice in it. Loved the heat of the seasoning!
Fast service and excellent prices
It's really spicy. But it's so delicious. There's a little powder on my hands, and the skin stings too much. Anyway, I love it.
I definitely enjoy the Carolina Reaper!
Great product
It's delightfully hot. A slower heat, it takes a minute to hit.
Always good
Deathly spicy, perfect for my applications
This is my second bottle of this chili powder. Love the intense heat! I like to mix this and a cajon seasoning for intense heat and flavor! Goes great on anything and everything!
I sprinkle it on everything! Everyday!
very satisfied
The container was clean by sight, but I made the mistake of touching my face after I simply set it in the storage location...so be assured - this is the genuine article...one molecule will send squirrels packing, or, if you're using it for human food, be careful...you won't need but a nanogram quantity. Best price I could find, shipping fairly quick. This 1 Kg container should last me a while. Our use is to season bird feed to keep the squirrels off, and out of, the feeders.
Freshness
This may not be what it’s typically used for - but I will be a forever customer (in the summer). I fight with deer eating my garden/flowers every year. This year I started sprinkling the spice powder on my plants. This stuff changed my life.
Love it, it's actually carolina reaper and it's Hot. Goes great with everything including salads. Keep it spicy
Fast shipping, great product. I am a returning customer. Thanks!
Heat God!
Amazing flavor
I like the spicy food
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