Sugar Rush Yellow

Remarkably sweet with a juicy burst of tropical and citrus-like notes, balanced by a moderate spicy heat that enhances rather than overwhelms the flavor.

The Sugar Rush Yellow pepper, also known as Sugar Rush Amarillo or Long Yellow, is a Capsicum baccatum cultivar featuring elongated pods that ripen to a bright yellow from green. The pods are typically 4-6 inches long with thick, crunchy walls and a juicy interior. Its flavor is exceptionally sweet and fruity with tropical and citrus undertones, balanced by a medium heat that builds gradually rather than overwhelming the palate. This variety emerged from accidental crosses in an experimental greenhouse in Finland, part of the Sugar Rush series developed from South American baccatum peppers native to Peru. Plants grow tall, reaching 4-5 feet or more, and are highly prolific, producing abundant yields even in cooler conditions. It is easy to grow, requiring full sun and support for the gangly stems. The peppers are versatile in the kitchen, prized for their crunch and sweetness that make them suitable for fresh consumption, hot sauces, pickles, and drying. Compared to hotter relatives like habaneros, it prioritizes flavor while delivering satisfying warmth around 50,000-100,000 SHU.

Part of the Sugar Rush series originating from accidental crosses of Peruvian Capsicum baccatum in Finnish experimental greenhouses around 2010. Further selected by Chris Fowler in Wales, the yellow variant offers similar sweetness to the peach and red forms but in a vibrant yellow hue.