Habanero Hawaii Beach
A newer red-fruited Capsicum chinense habanero type sold for its size, productivity, and classic fruity flavor.
About 8 times a Capsi Jalapeño (25,086 SHU typical).
Growing
~100 days to maturity
Fruit size
2–4 cm
Flavor & Use
Fruity and sweet with classic habanero notes; the scent is deceptively sweet before the heat builds.
Culinary
About
Medium-sized red pods that are noticeably larger than a typical orange habanero, ripening from green. Flavor is the classic fruity, slightly sweet habanero profile with a gradual, lasting burn. Plants are compact to medium and productive in pots or beds under warm conditions.
Backstory
Presented as a newer habanero-type selection. One grower notes very little recorded history and a claimed origin on the island of Hawaii, but no breeder, release notes, or independent confirmation of a traditional landrace or specific cross exists.
Appearance
Growing
Heritage
ExploreNothing reputable documents a pedigree for this pepper.
Sources
FAQ
- How hot is Habanero Hawaii Beach?
- Capsi’s sourced range is 100,000–300,000 SHU (Vendor Claim). Capsi uses a sourced range and a trust tier, not a single marketing number. How we verify heat: https://web.thecapsi.app/learn/heat-and-capsaicin/how-we-measure-heat
- What does Habanero Hawaii Beach taste like?
- Fruity and sweet with classic habanero notes; the scent is deceptively sweet before the heat builds.
- How do I grow Habanero Hawaii Beach?
- Habanero Hawaii Beach: about 100 days to maturity, tropical climate, full sun, hardiness zones 9-11.
- What can I substitute for Habanero Hawaii Beach?
- Capsi does not have that recorded yet.