Hatch Red Hot - Sandia Hot - (Capsicum annum)

The Hatch Red Hot (Sandia Hot) pepper is a hot Capsicum annum variety ideal for making red chile powder, thanks to its thin walls, which allow for quick dehydration. The 6”-9” pods start green and mature to red, offering a spicy chile flavor. This variety matures early and thrives in high temperatures, with plants reaching 30-36 inches tall. With a Scoville heat rating of 6,000–7,000, the Hatch Red Hot is well-suited for drying and seasoning applications.

Heat level: 6,000 - 7,000 (SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Mild Heat

Flavor: Sweet and Complex, Earthy.