Trinidad Scorpion Butch T pepper

Trinidad Scorpion Butch T pepper is a chili pepper variety that was formerly recognized as the hottest pepper in the world according to the Guinness World Records in 2011. The pepper is a cultivar of the Capsicum chinense species, which includes other extremely hot chili peppers such as the Ghost pepper and the Carolina Reaper.

Origin

The Trinidad Scorpion Butch T pepper originates from Trinidad and Tobago, a country located in the Caribbean. The pepper is named after Butch Taylor, the owner of Zydeco Farms in Woodville/Crosby, Mississippi, and the person who is credited with propagating the pepper's seeds.

Heat

The heat of the Trinidad Scorpion Butch T pepper is rated at approximately 1,463,700 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), which was a record at the time of its measurement. The pepper's heat surpasses that of the Bhut Jolokia, or Ghost pepper, which was the previous record holder. The current record holder, as of 2021, is the Carolina Reaper.

Cultivation

Cultivation of the Trinidad Scorpion Butch T pepper requires a warm climate and can be grown in most areas where other chili peppers are cultivated. The peppers turn from green to a bright red when mature and have a fruity flavor that is characteristic of the Capsicum chinense species.

Uses

The Trinidad Scorpion Butch T pepper is used in many different types of hot sauces and condiments. It is also used in cooking to add heat to dishes, although it is recommended to use it sparingly due to its extreme heat.

See also

• List of Capsicum cultivars
• Scoville scale
• Trinidad Moruga Scorpion