Easy-to-Grow Peppers: The Best Hot Peppers to Plant for New Gardeners

Looking to grow your own hot peppers?

🌶️ Whether you’re a seasoned heat lover or a beginner gardener, there are plenty of easy-to-grow peppers that are perfect for your garden! From Jalapeños to Habaneros, we’re diving into the best varieties to grow with minimal effort and maximum flavor.

Check out our latest guide for tips on planting, care, and harvesting your own hot pepper garden.

How to Prevent Botulism in Hot Sauce, Honey, and Spicy Oils

Think your homemade hot sauce is safe? It might not be.
Botulism is a silent but serious risk in spicy condiments like hot sauce, chili oils, and infused honey—especially if you’re bottling at home. In this guide, we break down the science of pH, heat, and sanitation so you can create bold, flavorful products without the hidden dangers.

🔥 Learn how to spot the warning signs, kill off harmful bacteria, and safely bottle your creations with confidence.

🌶️ Your sauce should bring the heat—not the hospital visit.

Read the full guide now and keep it spicy—safely.

The 5 Most Common Species of Hot Peppers

The five most popular species of hot peppers—Capsicum annuum, Capsicum chinense, Capsicum baccatum, Capsicum frutescens, and Capsicum pubescens, each offer unique flavours and heat levels.

From the mild bell pepper to the intense heat of the Carolina Reaper, this article covers their key characteristics, culinary uses, and growing conditions. Whether you’re a gardener or a hot sauce enthusiast, this guide provides the essentials.

Taco Bell Hot Sauce Review and Home Made Recipe

Craving Taco Bell’s Hot Sauce? Why not make your own version at home! This easy copycat recipe brings the perfect blend of heat and flavour with just a few simple ingredients.

We also have a full review of both the Hot Sauce and Fire Sauce.

Say goodbye to the store-bought stuff and make a batch of this zesty sauce that packs a punch. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or anything that needs a little kick!

Check out the full recipe and step-by-step instructions on the blog now!

Hotter Ghost of Saffron by High Desert Sauce Co. Review

Hotter Ghost of Saffron by High Desert Sauce Co. and Brian Ambs turns up the heat with fire-roasted flavour and a perfect burn.

Ghost peppers, Scotch bonnets, and smoky roasted veggies come together in one of the most well-balanced hot sauces I’ve tried. It’s bold, it’s sharp, and yes—the hype is real.

Check out the full review now and see why this one deserves a spot on your shelf.

Hot Sauce Review: Beast 3 by The Capsaicin Cartel

Just tried Beast 3 by The Capsaicin Cartel, and it’s a fiery blast! 🌶️🔥 Packed with ghost peppers and rich flavors, this sauce is perfect for pepper heads who love to sweat.

Check out my full review and see if you can handle the burn! 🔥