How the Heat is measured in chilies ?
The Scoville scale measures the spiciness of chili peppers and other substances.
The scale measures the amount of capsaicin, the chemical compound that causes spicy heat. The scale assigns a number rating in Scoville Heat Units (SHUs).
1. Pepper X Pepper X got the top place on August 23, 2023, and Guinness lists it as the hottest pepper.
2. Carolina Reaper: Reigning as the world's hottest, this pepper packs a fiery punch at over 2.2 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
4.Naga Viper: A hybrid pepper combining the Naga Morich, Ghost Pepper, and Trinidad Scorpion, creating a formidable heat. SHU: 1,382,000
6. Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia): Once the record holder, this Indian chili remains a scorching favorite among spice enthusiasts. SHU : 1,001,000
8. Komodo Dragon: Hailing from Indonesia, this pepper's intense heat rivals its namesake's legendary bite.
9.Naga Viper: A hybrid pepper combining the Naga Morich, Ghost Pepper, and Trinidad Scorpion, creating a formidable heat.
10.Infinity Chili: Formerly the world's hottest, this British-bred pepper delivers a searing experience with a Scoville rating of over 1.4 million SHU.