Like the other habanero peppers, the Chocolate Habanero has a fruity sweetness behind the extreme heat. But unlike other hot peppers in the family, the chocolates bring a unique hint of earthiness and smokiness to the experience. They are an excellent pepper for a Mexican mole sauce, or if you like rich salsa with an earthier taste, using Chocolate Habaneros is a great choice.
The chile "heat" of the Chocolate Habanero typically ranges from 350,000 to 475,000 on the Scoville scale.