This newer superhot variety has pods that look similar to Chocolate Bhut Jami, but are much hotter and have a more rust type color. Plants grow very quickly, almost fast with very high yields. Plants are medium to large and should be pruned to increase yields and keep plants sized down. Pods are light green to start and ripen though chocolate, to a rust color. They are slightly oily inside. Pods are thin walled, so they dry out good for powder, but powder can be clumpy 

C.Chinense 

SHU 1,400,000-/+

7-POT CINDER - The Cinder Fire

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: United States (Adam K., Big Black Mama x Caramel Madballz)

Heat: Superhot (1,000,000+ SHU)

Type: Caramel/dark red 7-Pot variety

Story

Known for intense heat, floral and fruity notes, and a bumpy outer texture. Pods transition from fluorescent green to a stunning caramel/dark red color resembling a cinder. Created by Adam K. (bhuter) from a cross of Big Black Mama and Caramel Madballz.

Plant

Large, reaching 3+ feet with good branching and steady yields.

Pods

Caramel/dark red when ripe, medium-sized, bumpy texture with classic wrinkled appearance.

Flavor

Intense heat with floral and fruity notes, sweet, and tropical.

Kitchen

Caramel-colored hot sauces, dark powder, and low-dose cooking.

Growing Tips

- Days to maturity: 100+ days from transplant

- Full sun (8+ hours) required

- Warm climate essential, zones 9-11

- Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost at 80-85°F

- Well-draining, rich soil, pH 6.0-6.8

- 3+ feet tall, 5+ gallon containers optimal

Culinary Uses

- Caramel-colored hot sauce production

- Dark superhot powder

- Low-dose cooking in curries and stews

- Fermented pepper mash

Common Questions

Q: What heat level is 7-Pot Cinder?

A: Superhot at 1,000,000+ SHU.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Stunning transition from fluorescent green to caramel/dark red resembling a cinder, with floral/fruity notes.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, excellent for dark superhot powder.

Q: Who bred this variety?

A: Adam K. (bhuter), from Big Black Mama x Caramel Madballz.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

A: Full sun, warm climate, rich well-draining soil, 100+ days maturity.