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Cayenne Pepper

8.05

Great

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Spice Savory Hot Chile Heat Capsaicin

description Cayenne Pepper Overview

Cayenne pepper is a moderately hot ground chile (Capsicum annuum) named after the city of Cayenne in French Guiana and rates approximately 30,000–50,000 Scoville Heat Units.

insights Why this score

Cayenne Pepper ranks #59 of 242 in the Spice ranking, behind Timut Pepper, ahead of Kashmiri Chile.

Essential heat source with wide pantry use and dependable flavor, though less complex than premium chile varieties.

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How good is Cayenne Pepper?

Cayenne Pepper scores 8.05/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Spice category. Essential heat source with wide pantry use and dependable flavor, though less complex than premium chile varieties.

What are the best alternatives to Cayenne Pepper?

See our alternatives page for Cayenne Pepper for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Hot Paprika, Smoked Paprika, Sweet Paprika.

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Is Cayenne Pepper worth it in 2026?

With a score of 8.05/10, Cayenne Pepper is highly rated in Spice. See all Spice ranked.

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