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Chilli & Tomato Guides

The Best Hot Sauces in the World: Our Awards at a Glance
Three golds, two Great Taste stars, 19 placements in total: we show you which of our sauces expert juries have crowned among the best hot sauces in the world — and why.

The Hottest Chilli Sauce in the World – Not for the Faint of Heart
There is barely a single, consistently comparable title for the hottest chilli sauce in the world. What matters is the measurement basis, the proportion of actual chilli, and whether capsaicin extract is included.

The 5 Cultivated Capsicum Species Compared
Most cultivated chilli varieties belong to five domesticated Capsicum species. We compare growth, aroma, typical use and examples from our own growing in Illmitz.

Growing Chilli: From Sowing to Planting Out
Chillies need an early start, warmth to germinate, and plenty of light once they emerge. This guide takes you from sowing through to safely planting out.
