“Outlaw Heat”

Borg9 is a rare superhot pepper created by UK breeder Jon Harper and sourced for this release from Mike Warren. This is a true single-pepper varietal, not a blend. Its deeply wrinkled pods look every bit as untamed as the heat they carry.

The first impression is unexpectedly playful: candy-like bubblegum sweetness and ripe mango, followed by an earthy, sage-like finish. Then the outlaw shows up.

Heat and Flavor

This release measures approximately 550,000 SHU and rates 5.5/10 for heat relative to the SpiceQuest Pro Kit. It is serious heat, but the flavor gets a chance to speak first.

Expect bubblegum-like sweetness, tropical mango, and a savory herbal note reminiscent of sage before the burn settles in and lingers.

Origin Story

Borg9 was created by British breeder Jon Harper, best known for creating the original 7 Pot Bubblegum and its famous bleeding-calyx trait.

Lineage: 7 Pot Bubblegum × Naglah. Through those parent lines, Borg9 brings together the Bubblegum family with the Bhut Jolokia and 7 Pot Douglah genetics behind Naglah.

Name: Borg9 is named after actor Ernest Borgnine.

Characteristics: Borg9 produces heavily folded, deeply wrinkled pods. The dramatic surface and irregular shape give every pod its own outlaw character.

The Breeder and Pepper Source

• Breeder: Jon Harper, creator of Borg9 and the original 7 Pot Bubblegum.
• Pepper source: Mike Warren supplied the Borg9 peppers for this limited release.

Tasting Notes

• Development: Candy-like sweetness and tropical fruit arrive first, followed by a deeper earthy-herbal note and a steady rise in heat.
• Duration: Persistent and warming, with a finish that stays long after the first taste.
• Location: Begins across the tongue and palate, then spreads through the mouth and toward the throat.
• Taste: Bubblegum, ripe mango, and sage.

Culinary Uses

Use Borg9 with intention. One push adds both flavor and meaningful heat.

• Mango or pineapple hot sauces and salsas
• Grilled meats, barbecue, and dry rubs
• Chili, beans, and slow-cooked stews
• Tacos, burritos, and roasted vegetables
• Curries, noodle bowls, and savory marinades

Packaging & Presentation

• Presented in a refillable SpiceQuest push-button grinder.
• Comes with an acrylic base stand and pull-drawer display box.
• Each push of the spring-loaded mechanism delivers a small, consistent dose.
• The airtight, light-blocking interior helps keep the pepper potent and fresh.
• Refillable, reusable, and crafted for long-term use.
• Limited edition. Once this outlaw rides off, it is gone.

Warning: Borg9 is a superhot pepper. Start with one push. You can always add more. You cannot take it back.