About Trinidad Moruga Scorpion
Trinidad Moruga Scorpion held world record from 2012-2013 averaging over 1.2 million SHU with peak at 2,009,231 SHU. From Moruga district in Trinidad, these bumpy peppers deliver brutal heat that builds slowly then hits hard. Despite extreme heat, there’s sweet fruity flavor underneath. The heat is described as sneaky – starting mild then becoming overwhelming. Used only in extreme hot sauces. The distinctive bumpy texture and scorpion tail are characteristic. Extremely dangerous – protective equipment required.
Flavor profile
Brutal heat with sweet fruity notes
In the kitchen
Record hot sauces, extreme challenges
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Difficult
- Days to harvest
- 100-120 days
- Plant height
- 36-48 inches
Sources
- Website or article Know The Pepper — Ultimate Pepper Heat Database (opens in a new tab)
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