The Chili Pepper Episode 🌶️ | OG Spice Guy Podcast Ep. 5

In this episode of the OG Spice Guy Podcast, we're turning up the heat—literally. Join host Jonathan Raju as he dives deep into the fascinating world of organic chili peppers. Whether you're a hot sauce fanatic, spice buyer, or just curious about how chilies go from seed to spice, this episode has something for you.

  • 🔥 Learn how organic chilies like Ancho, Chipotle, Jalapeño, and Habanero are grown and harvested
  • 🌈 Discover how color changes indicate ripeness and flavor 
  • 🌡️ Get the science behind capsaicin—the compound that makes chilies hot
  • 😅 Tips on how to cool your mouth after eating something too spicy
  • 🌶️ Bonus: Watch us take on a hot sauce tasting challenge you don’t want to miss

Whether you’re in the food industry or just a curious spice nerd, you’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of chili farming, spice processing, and the unique flavor journey behind every fiery bite. 

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