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History of the Jalapeño Pepper

At one point or another, you've likely tried a jalapeno pepper. Maybe you've added some to your nachos, tacos, or salsa. However, do you know anything about the history of the jalapeno pepper?

March 24, 2023
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History of the Ghost Pepper

At first glance, the Ghost Pepper may seem like just another fiery chili. But it's much more than that. Known by the scientific name Capsicum chinense, this pepper has a rich history that dates back centuries.

March 17, 2023
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The History of Vinegar

There are currently a lot of different types of vinegar on the market but where did vinegar originate from?

January 04, 2021
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The Different Types of Vinegar

As the most widely available and easily manufactured mild acid, Vinegar has historically had a wide variety of industrial, domestic, and culinary uses.

January 04, 2021
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The History of the Habanero Pepper

Similar to our other blog posts covering the main peppers in our sauces (Poblano, etc.) this blog post covers the short history of the habanero, some basic uses of the pepper, and some fun facts.

January 03, 2021
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How to Stop the Burning After Eating Chili Peppers

As a right of passage to all chili-heads and hot sauce lovers alike there are times where the spice gets the best of you. From the sweating to the gut bombs it's all worth the feeling you get post eating a super hot.

January 03, 2021
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How to Stop Hot Pepper Burns

So you forgot to wear gloves. Been there; done that.

There is more than one way to treat a pepper burn. This blog post will cover some of the other ways you can treat the burn.

January 03, 2021
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History of the Poblano

As one of the main ingredients of our new sauce Big Red One it seemed fitting to provide some backstory on the ever popular dark green chili. The reasonings behind why we choose it, some basic uses, and a fun fact or two.

January 03, 2021
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What is the scoville scale?

I am sure a majority of you are generally familiar with the basics of the scoville scale. The higher on the scale the hotter the chili. It's as simple as that right?

Well yes….and no.

March 16, 2020
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What is Capsaicin?

What the hell is capsaicin? What the heck are scoville units? These are the questions that keep us up at night.

February 11, 2020
4 min read
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