Pepper X: The Complete Guide (2.7M–3.2M SHU)
2.7M–3.2M SHU · fruity and earthy · USA
636x hotter than a jalapeño
Quick Facts
Heat & Flavor Profile
The Pepper X registers 2.7M–3.2M Scoville Heat Units (SHU), placing it in the Super-Hot tier (1M+ SHU). That makes it roughly 636x hotter than a jalapeño.
Flavor notes: fruity and earthy.
Substitutes for Pepper X
Closest match: Carolina Reaper. These peppers share a similar heat range or flavor profile and work well as substitutes in most recipes.
Data from USDA FoodData Central, the Chile Pepper Institute at NMSU, and USDA Agricultural Research Service. Species classification: C. chinense — based on published botanical taxonomy.