Pepper Seeds - Hot - Tabasco
Description
A fiery classic with deep cultural roots, the Capsicum frutescens ‘Tabasco’ pepper is the famed variety behind the world-renowned Tabasco sauce. Its clean, sharp heat and tangy flavor have made it a staple of Southern kitchens and hot sauce traditions for generations. Unlike many modern hybrids, this heirloom variety retains the pure, natural balance of heat and flavor that defines authentic pepper craft.
The plants are vigorous and upright, reaching about 3–4 feet in height, with glossy green leaves and clusters of upright fruits that stand boldly above the foliage. Each slender pod measures roughly 1–2 inches, ripening through a brilliant spectrum of green to yellow-orange before turning a bold scarlet red. The ripening sequence itself creates a striking ornamental display, with fruits of many colors glowing simultaneously on the same plant.
In flavor, the Tabasco delivers a bright, vinegary sharpness with immediate heat that lingers cleanly on the palate—fiery but not overwhelming. Its thin walls make it perfect for fermenting and drying, while the high juice content lends itself naturally to sauces, vinegars, and hot pepper mashes. A small amount brings dishes to life, from Southern stews and beans to seafood boils and Cajun classics.
Originating from the Mexican state of Tabasco, this variety was carried into Louisiana by the 1800s, where it became the heart of one of the most iconic hot sauces in history. Today, it remains a symbol of tradition, craftsmanship, and the enduring love for peppers that bite back with elegance.
Original: $2.00
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$0.60
Description
Description
A fiery classic with deep cultural roots, the Capsicum frutescens ‘Tabasco’ pepper is the famed variety behind the world-renowned Tabasco sauce. Its clean, sharp heat and tangy flavor have made it a staple of Southern kitchens and hot sauce traditions for generations. Unlike many modern hybrids, this heirloom variety retains the pure, natural balance of heat and flavor that defines authentic pepper craft.
The plants are vigorous and upright, reaching about 3–4 feet in height, with glossy green leaves and clusters of upright fruits that stand boldly above the foliage. Each slender pod measures roughly 1–2 inches, ripening through a brilliant spectrum of green to yellow-orange before turning a bold scarlet red. The ripening sequence itself creates a striking ornamental display, with fruits of many colors glowing simultaneously on the same plant.
In flavor, the Tabasco delivers a bright, vinegary sharpness with immediate heat that lingers cleanly on the palate—fiery but not overwhelming. Its thin walls make it perfect for fermenting and drying, while the high juice content lends itself naturally to sauces, vinegars, and hot pepper mashes. A small amount brings dishes to life, from Southern stews and beans to seafood boils and Cajun classics.
Originating from the Mexican state of Tabasco, this variety was carried into Louisiana by the 1800s, where it became the heart of one of the most iconic hot sauces in history. Today, it remains a symbol of tradition, craftsmanship, and the enduring love for peppers that bite back with elegance.
