Cayenne Pepper

The Cayenne pepper is the "Original" of the hot sauce world. While other chilies compete for the title of smokiest or hottest, the Cayenne is the reliable, sharp, and clean-hitting pepper that defined the entire Louisiana-style sauce and wing sauce movement. It doesn't hide behind complex fruity or floral notes—it just delivers a straight-to-the-point, peppery sting. Measuring between 30,000 and 50,000 Scoville Heat Units, it is the definition of "medium-hot." It’s spicy enough to make its presence known but approachable enough for everyday use.