SHU (Scoville Heat Units) - Measuring the Heat of JOLOCHIP
At JOLOCHIP, we take spice to an extreme level, crafting the world’s fieriest chips that challenge even the most daring heat seekers. But what makes our chips so dangerously hot? It all comes down to Scoville Heat Units (SHU)—the scale that measures the spiciness of chili peppers and spicy foods.
What is SHU?
SHU, or Scoville Heat Units, is the standard measurement of a pepper’s heat, developed by pharmacist Wilbur Scoville in 1912. This scale quantifies the concentration of capsaicinoids, the chemical compounds responsible for the burning sensation in peppers. The higher the SHU, the hotter the pepper.
The Scoville test originally involved diluting a pepper extract in sugar water and having trained tasters determine at what dilution the heat was no longer detectable. Today, more precise methods like High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) are used to measure capsaicin concentration, providing accurate SHU values.
How Hot is JOLOCHIP?
JOLOCHIP products feature some of the hottest peppers on Earth, ensuring an unmatched spicy experience. Our chips are infused with the deadly heat of Carolina Reaper (up to 2.2 million SHU) and Ghost Pepper (up to 1 million SHU), making every bite an intense challenge.
SHU Levels of Our Key Ingredients:
- Carolina Reaper: 1.6 to 2.2 million SHU
- Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia): 800,000 to 1,041,427 SHU
- Trinidad Moruga Scorpion: 1.2 to 2 million SHU
- Habanero Pepper: 100,000 to 350,000 SHU
SHU Scale Comparison:
To put these numbers into perspective, let’s compare them to some common peppers:
- Bell Pepper: 0 SHU (No heat)
- Jalapeño: 2,500 to 8,000 SHU
- Cayenne Pepper: 30,000 to 50,000 SHU
- Tabasco Pepper: 30,000 to 50,000 SHU
- Bird’s Eye Chili: 50,000 to 100,000 SHU
Can You Handle the Heat?
JOLOCHIP isn’t just about extreme heat—it’s about testing limits, embracing the spice, and joining an elite community of spice lovers. Whether you’re here for the challenge or the thrill, our chips will push your taste buds to the edge.
Warning: Our chips are extremely spicy and should be consumed responsibly. Keep out of reach of children and avoid contact with eyes or sensitive skin.
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Scoville Scale
Kashmiri Red Chilies
Kashmiri Red Chilies or Kashmiri Laal Mirch are characterized by their ability to give a dark red colour to food, capable of colouring and adding flavour, while at the same time not allowing the food to become too pungent or spicy.
Jalapeño
Jalapeño peppers are moderately spicy chili peppers, measuring 2,500 to 8,000 SHU on the Scoville scale. Known for their vibrant green color and slightly sweet, smoky flavor, they are widely used in salsas, sauces, and spicy dishes.
Tabasco Pepper
Thetabasco pepperis avarietyof thechili pepperspeciesCapsicum frutescensoriginating inMexico. It is best known through its use inTabasco sauce, followed by peppered vinegar.
Bird's Eye Chili
Bird's Eye Chili is a small but intensely spicy pepper, measuring 50,000 to 100,000 SHU on the Scoville scale. Commonly used in Asian and African cuisines, it has a sharp, fiery heat with a slightly fruity undertone, making it a favorite for spicy sauces and curries.
Habanero
Habanero peppers are extremely hot chili peppers, ranging from 100,000 to 350,000 SHU on the Scoville scale. They have a fruity, citrusy flavor with an intense heat kick, making them popular in hot sauces, salsas, and spicy dishes.
Ghost pepper
Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia) is one of the world's hottest chili peppers, measuring 800,000 to 1,041,427 SHU on the Scoville scale. It has a slow-building, intense heat with a slightly sweet and smoky flavor, making it a popular choice for extreme spicy foods and hot sauces.
Trinidad Scorpion Butch T Pepper
The Trinidad Scorpion Butch T pepper is an exceptionally hot chili, measuring 1.2 to 1.4 million SHU on the Scoville scale. Known for its stinging heat and slightly fruity, earthy flavor, it was once the world's hottest pepper and is used in extreme hot sauces and spicy dishes.
Carolina Reaper
The Carolina Reaper is the world’s hottest chili pepper, measuring 1.6 to 2.2 million SHU on the Scoville scale. It has a sweet, fruity flavor followed by an intense, lingering heat, making it a favorite for extreme spice lovers and fiery hot sauces.
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