History of the Reaper pepper

Reaper peppers, also known as Carolina Reaper, are a type of chili pepper that was developed in South Carolina, United States, by Ed Currie of the PuckerButt Pepper Company. The pepper was first introduced to the public in 2013.

The Carolina Reaper was created through a process of selective breeding, in which two pepper varieties with high heat levels were crossed to create a new, even hotter pepper. The pepper's heat level was measured at over 1.5 million Scoville units, making it the hottest pepper in the world at the time of its introduction.

The Carolina Reaper quickly gained popularity among chili enthusiasts and spicy food lovers, and its fame spread through social media and YouTube videos. It has been featured on popular TV shows such as Hot Ones, where guests try to answer questions while eating increasingly hot wings.

While the Carolina Reaper is primarily known for its extreme heat, it also has a fruity and sweet flavor that adds depth to dishes. It is commonly used in hot sauces, marinades, and rubs for meat, as well as in pickles and relishes.

Today, the Carolina Reaper is still one of the hottest peppers in the world, and its popularity continues to grow. The PuckerButt Pepper Company has continued to develop new pepper varieties, many of which are even hotter than the Carolina Reaper. However, the Reaper remains a popular and iconic chili pepper that has left a lasting mark on the world of spicy food.