Colton Eats the Dragon’s Breath Pepper, One of the Hottest in the World

On this episode of Pepper Talk, Colton takes on the legendary Dragon’s Breath pepper, a chili so intense it’s often mentioned alongside (and sometimes above) the Carolina Reaper. Known for its brutal heat and controversial reputation, this pepper is not for the faint of heart.

Watch as Colton bites into one of the world’s most extreme super hots and gives an honest, real-time reaction to the burn. Think you could handle it?

About the Dragon’s Breath Pepper

The Dragon’s Breath chili pepper has earned a reputation as one of the hottest peppers ever grown. While it has not been officially certified by Guinness World Records, unofficial testing has reported heat levels exceeding 2,400,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHUs), putting it in the same league as the Carolina Reaper and Pepper X.

Originally developed in the United Kingdom and named after the Welsh dragon, Dragon’s Breath gained early media attention due to research exploring capsaicin’s potential use as an alternative topical anesthetic for people allergic to traditional numbing agents. That context sparked plenty of headlines, but make no mistake, this pepper is grown today for one reason: extreme heat.

What to Expect from Dragon’s Breath Peppers

• • Heat: 2,000,000+ SHUs (unofficial)

  • Plant Size: Around 3 feet tall

  • Pods: Bright red, heavily wrinkled, and loaded with capsaicin oil

  • Handling: Gloves strongly recommended, cutting into these pods releases intense fumes

Dragon’s Breath plants are also highly productive, rewarding experienced growers with a heavy harvest of some of the hottest peppers on the planet.

⚠️ A Pepper for Serious Heat Seekers Only

Between the oil-heavy pods and the lingering burn, Dragon’s Breath is best suited for:

• • Super hot pepper collectors

  • Extreme heat challenges

  • Ultra-hot powders, flakes, or controlled sauce recipes

This is not a casual kitchen pepper, but for seasoned chiliheads, it’s a badge of honor.

🌱 Want to Grow Dragon’s Breath at Home?

If watching Colton tackle this beast inspired you, you can grow Dragon’s Breath peppers yourself. We offer seeds, live plants, and growing supplies so you can experience this legendary heat straight from your own garden.

👉 Start small, handle with care, and grow responsibly, this one bites back.