Pepper Extract Calculator

Pepper extract is far stronger than hot sauce, so a little goes a long way. Answer three questions and we’ll tell you how much to add, in regular kitchen spoons.

1Which extract do you have?

The Scoville rating (SHU) is printed on the bottle.

2What are you making?

3How hot do you want it?

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More options and details

My extract is thick or solid – measure by weight

Heat levels are the target heat of the finished food in SHU. Change them here if you like:

Handle with care. Add extract to the pot, never straight onto a bite of food. Stir well and wait a minute before tasting – the heat builds. Keep away from eyes and children, and wash hands after use. Amounts are estimates; measuring spoons, droppers and taste vary.