Q: Hello Dave,Do you know where I can get seeds for an Ulipica pepper? I’ve heard that they beat a habanero hands down, and would like to try and grow some of them in my garden. Thanks, Rich A: Hello Rich:It is doubtful that the Ulupica, thought to be Capsicum eximium, a wild species, is hotter than the habanero. It is …
Brick Chili in Louisiana
Q: Dear Dave,I recently moved from south Texas to Louisiana and I am unable to find any brick chili. Is there a company I can email to get this product?Thanks, Cindy A: Hello Cindy:The Texas Chili Company makes brick chili and distributes it in grocery stores in Louisiana. Contact them for more information: sales@texaschilicompany.com.–Dave
Business Plan Tips
Q: Mr. DeWitt,I began making and selling my own hot sauces about 6 months ago. I am also working toward my MBA, and for my final project, I am writing a business plan for my business in the hopes of making a good grade, and more importantly, in the hopes of getting my business off the ground. I would be …
In Search of Sichuan Peppers
Q: Hi Dave,I’ve just discovered the joy of dried chiles! I get such a kick out of toasting the pods and making my own chile powder. How do you recommend storing dried chiles, such as pasilla and ancho? Also, I understand they have banned the import of Sichuan Pepper into the States. I have had no luck tracking anything down …
Supplier of Oleoresin Capsicum for Hot Sauce
Q: Dear Dave:I am a small manufacturer of hot sauces and I am looking for a source of capsaicin and oleoresin extracts approx 1,000,000 – 2,000,000 Scoville Units (or more if possible). Can I get this in a "natural" form? Please tell me the difference between the capsaicin and oleoresin extracts, and the sources for these products. Any general idea …