~ 10 Seeds per Pack ~
Same super-heat, with smoky sweet undertones.  Scoville heat units (SHU): 800,000 – 1,001,304 Jalapeño reference point: 100 to 400 times hotter.  Origin: India
Products and seeds: Bhut Jolokia Chocolate
The infamous ghost pepper is a devil of a chilli: A slightly sweet super-hot with a deceiving slow burn.  Bhut Jolokia Chocolate (a.k.a. ghost pepper chocolate) has a twist beyond its dark complexion.  It has a more subtle flavor – slightly sweeter with a hint of smoky – that’s reminiscent of other “chocolate” chilli varieties like chocolate habaneros and chocolate scorpion peppers.  Used with extreme care, it’s delicious in extreme barbecue sauces, hot sauces, and marinades.
How hot is Bhut Jolokia Chocolate?
It’s on par with the typical red ghost pepper (855,000 to1,041,427 SHU), with a slightly lower minimum and maximum heat (800,000 to 1,001,304 SHU).  In terms of our jalapeño reference point that’s 100 to 400 times hotter than a jalapeño.  Obviously, the ghost – no matter the color – is not a chili to trifle with lightly.  It’s used in military grade pepper sprays and even as an elephant deterrent in India.  The heat can be deceiving.  Ghost peppers are infamous for their slow burn that build up over time.  On first bite, you actually taste the chili’s unique flavors, but soon the heat upticks (approximately 30 seconds) and continues to build for 30 minutes before (again slowly) dissipating.  Eating a ghost pepper of any type is a commitment to fire.  There are many questions over which is hotter, the chocolate ghost pepper or the typical red?  On paper, the Bhut Jolokia Chocolate’s range is, as mentioned, slightly lower at both ends.  But that’s a range, not the average heat.  It’s often the case that the “chocolate” variety of chilies tend to taste slightly hotter due to them staying on the vine a little longer to reach their full mature brown color.  Of course, a chili’s heat varies, too, on the geography in which it’s grown, the soil type it’s planted in, and even the plants that are grown around it.  When it comes down to it, expect the same extreme heat with the possibility of the Bhut Jolokia Chocolate being on the upper end of its range a little more often.
What does a Bhut Jolokia Chocolate taste like?
The flavor profiles are somewhat similar, but the chocolate ghost pepper is a bit more nuanced in its profile.  It’s a bit more fruity with a hint of smoke.  You’ll enjoy these flavors before the hammer comes down with that slow burn heat.
How can you use this extreme chili?
As with any extreme hot pepper, great care should be taken with the Bhut Jolokia Chocolate.  One simple touch can lead to painful chili burn, so kitchen gloves should always be used.  Kitchen goggles, too, are highly recommended as simply being around the oils of the ghost pepper can cause that burning sensation.  With safety covered, start enjoying these super-spicy chilies in extreme hot sauces, BBQ sauces, and marinades.  It’s also tasty in rustic Indian and Mexican dishes, providing just that hint of smoke.  We also love it in smoky bean or beef chilies or stews.  Know a little goes a long, long, long way.  Just a sliver of any ghost pepper can be enough to spice up a pot.
~ 10 Seeds per Pack ~