Mike Eats a Bleeding Borg 9 and Somehow Keeps Joking

When a Million SHUs Isn’t Enough to Stop the Commentary

In this episode of Pepper Talk, Mike takes on the infamous Bleeding Borg 9, a super hot pepper that clocks in at over 1,000,000 Scoville Heat Units and somehow manages to crack jokes while his face experiences heat in places he “didn’t even know existed.”

This one is a perfect example of why super hots are as entertaining as they are terrifying.

About the Bleeding Borg 9 Pepper

The Bleeding Borg 9 is a true chili-head pepper with both extreme heat and serious pedigree.

Pepper Lineage & Origin

• • Breeder: Jon Harper

  • Origin: United Kingdom

  • Cross:

    • 7 Pot Bubblegum

    • Naglah (Bhut Jolokia × 7 Pot Douglah)

  • Heat Level: 1,000,000+ Scoville Heat Units

The name “Bleeding Borg” comes from one of its most striking traits, the deep red color that bleeds up into the calyx and stem, giving the plant a dramatic, almost menacing appearance.

As for the “Borg 9”? While the exact origin is debated, some believe it’s a nod to actor Ernest Borgnine. What’s not debated is the heat.

What Does Bleeding Borg 9 Taste Like?

If you can push past the initial onslaught of capsaicin, the Bleeding Borg 9 actually delivers:

• • Deep, rich pepper flavor

  • Savory undertones

  • A thick, aggressive heat that builds fast and lingers

This pepper shines when:

• • Dried into powder or flakes

  • Used sparingly in hot sauces

  • Added to soups, stews, or chili for serious heat depth

Mike’s reaction proves that while flavor exists… survival comes first.

Growing Bleeding Borg 9 Peppers

Bleeding Borg 9 plants are prized by experienced growers who want:

• • Extreme heat

  • Unique visual traits

  • Super hot pods perfect for processing

They’re best handled with care, gloves strongly recommended, and are ideal for growers looking to level up their super hot collection.

Want to Grow Bleeding Borg 9 at Home?

Think you can handle what Mike powered through? You can grow Bleeding Borg 9 peppers yourself with our seeds, and growing supplies and experience this legendary heat firsthand.

👉 Add Bleeding Borg 9 to your garden and see if you can joke your way through the burn.