Carolina Reaper Flakes

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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.

Carolina Reaper Scoville Rating

To give you an idea of how hot the Carolina Reaper pepper is compared to other common peppers. 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 Peppers are a crossbreed between a ghost pepper and red habanero pepper. As such, it has a sweet fruity flavor. 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. Check out our Carolina Reaper Challenge and be rewarded for being so game!

What do Carolina Reaper peppers look like?
Carolina Reaper Peppers are small to medium-sized peppers with a bright red appearance. They commonly feature a tail that resembles the stinger of a wasp. The inside flesh is orange to white in color. The spiciest part of the pepper is in the inside top portion of the peppers, especially around the seeds. When trying a fresh Carolina Reaper 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.

Nutritional Value:
Chile peppers contain a high amount of vitamin C. Almost twice the amount compared to citrus fruits.

Common uses for Carolina Reaper Flakes

Insanity Wings
Mexican Dishes
Chili
In restaurants that want the hottest heat levels, this would be 5 on and 1 - 5 scale.
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 the Carolina Reaper flakes over the powder or whole peppers?

Adds vibrant color to a dish that is more visible as compared to the powder.
Works great in pizza and pasta meals.
Cheaper to ship than whole peppers as there is less volume.
Less likely to get airborne compared to Carolina Reaper Powder which can cause extreme irritation when cooking and shaking out the powder.

Why buy from us?

Premium quality oven-dried Carolina Reaper flakes, 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.

Disclaimer
Our flakes are sold by weight as they are a commodity. Since they are pure we do not add fillers so how it looks in the bottle may be different than what is shown in the pictures as the density changes with each crop. FDA-approved plastic bottles are only manufactured to specific sizes (i.e. 8 fl oz, 16 fl oz, 32 fl oz) so changing the bottle size for each crop is not possible to always make it look entirely full for every crop.

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 to prepare for a Carolina Reaper Challenge?

First 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.

Can a Carolina Reaper kill you?

Not 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.

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.

What is the most interesting thing about Carolina Reaper Peppers?

The 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.

What is the record for eating Carolina Reaper Peppers?

The 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.