“Bred for the Burn”

Hellboy is a chocolate-colored superhot with a rich, fruity character and a serious bite. Created by Lucas C of Joker Chili from Big Black Mama × Chocolate Moruga Brains, and grown for this release by Jason Conway, this single-varietal limited edition comes prefilled in our matte black push-button grinder.

Heat

Lab-tested at 781,260 SHU, this batch is Superhot on the SpiceQuest heat scale. It sits between No. 7 Trinidad Scorpion and No. 8 Butch T in the SpiceQuest Pro Kit. See our pepper heat ranking and explore the SpiceQuest Pro Kit.

General estimates for the variety run higher, but this release is measured, not guessed. Our HPLC result is the number that counts for this batch.

Flavor Profile

Rich pepper flavor with a little sweetness, fruit, and smoky notes, the character growers describe in Hellboy. “Chocolate” refers to the pepper’s brown color, not added chocolate or chocolate flavoring.

The Pepper & Its Creator

Also known as Chocolate Hellboy, this Capsicum chinense variety originated with Lucas C (Lukas C) at Joker Chili in the Czech Republic. Its parents are Big Black Mama and Chocolate Moruga Brains, listed by the breeder as “Choco Moruga Brain.” Its deeply wrinkled pods typically ripen to chocolate brown.

The Grower

Grown by Jason Conway for this SpiceQuest limited-edition release.

Culinary Uses

• Add a small amount to chili, beans, or slow-cooked braises.
• Bring fruity heat to salsas, marinades, and homemade sauces.
• Finish grilled vegetables or rich savory dishes with a light push.

Packaging & Presentation

• Prefilled matte black push-button grinder, the same finish featured in our PepperPlegic release.
• Includes an acrylic base stand and pull-drawer display box.
• A spring-loaded mechanism delivers a small dose of crushed pepper with each push.
• An airtight, light-blocking interior helps protect freshness and flavor.
• Refillable, reusable, and designed for long-term use.

Lab-Tested Batch

781,260 Scoville Heat Units. Tested by Southwest Bio-Labs using HPLC, processed October 12, 2026. View the lab report, also included in the product gallery.

Start small. Avoid contact with eyes and keep out of reach of children. You can always add more.