Infinity 7 Pod Pepper – Former World Record Superhot From The Hippy Seed Company
The Infinity 7 Pod Pepper, developed by UK breeder Nick Woods of Fire Foods (Grantham, Lincolnshire), is a legend in the chilli world. Crowned the world’s hottest chilli in 2011 by the Guinness World Records, it registered a blistering 1,067,286 Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
Plant Features:
Species: Capsicum Chinense
Height: Up to 1 metre in pots
Width: Can spread up to 1.5 metres – give it space!
Growth Habit: Robust and bushy
Pod Size & Shape: Golf ball-sized pods with a bumpy texture
Colour Transition: Green → Deep red
Flavour & Aroma:
Taste Profile: Fruity and floral
Aroma: Sharp, floral, and unmistakably fiery
Heat Level: Extreme – not for the faint-hearted
Best Uses:
Superhot sauces
Chilli powders
Fermented chilli pastes
Adding fire to any culinary challenge
The Infinity 7 Pod remains a favourite among chilli enthusiasts and competitive growers. It’s a visual stunner and a ferocious performer in the heat department – a must-have for serious chilli collectors.