Caribbean Sunrise Pepper
About Caribbean Sunrise Pepper
The Caribbean Sunrise pepper is a relatively new and exciting addition to the world of hot peppers. This pepper is known for its vibrant, sunny color and unique flavor profile. The Caribbean Sunrise pepper is a medium-sized pepper, growing to about 2 inches in length.
The pepper's skin is bright yellow, with a thin, slightly glossy texture. The flesh inside is also yellow and crisp, with a medium-thick wall. The Caribbean Sunrise pepper's flavor is surprisingly complex. It has a fruity, sweet taste, reminiscent of apricots or peaches, with undertones of citrus and a hint of smokiness.
Although this pepper is not as spicy as the habanero or ghost pepper, it does pack a punch. It has a Scoville heat unit (SHU) rating of around 50,000, putting it in the same ballpark as the cayenne pepper. However, the Caribbean Sunrise pepper's flavor makes it much more versatile than many other hot peppers.
The Caribbean Sunrise pepper hails from the Caribbean islands, primarily from Trinidad and Tobago. It is part of the Capsicum chinense species, one of the five domesticated Capsicum species. The Capsicum chinense species is known for its fruity flavors and extreme heat, and the Caribbean Sunrise pepper certainly lives up to this reputation.