Mad Hatter Pepper
An eye-catching, hat-shaped specialty pepper featuring an ultra-sweet, crisp bite with subtle citrus-floral notes and an exceptionally gentle warmth.
Pepper Specie: Capsicum baccatum
Mad Hatter Heat Level, Flavor & Appearance
Whether you’re growing in the garden or cooking in the kitchen, here is what to expect from the Mad Hatter in terms of heat intensity, flavor, and pod traits.
Heat Level
Mild Peppers
0 – 1,000 SHU
0.1 times as hot as a jalapeño
Tasting Notes
Flavor
Aroma
* Fresh (uncut): Bright, sweet, and lightly herbaceous with subtle floral undertones. * When cut: Intensely crisp and fruity, releasing a fresh, bell-pepper-meets-citrus fragrance with zero pungent stinging fumes.
Color and Appearance
Unique, flattened disc-like shape with 3 to 4 distinct ruffled lobes or “wings,” resembling a bishop’s cap or a whimsical tricorn hat. It transitions from a glossy lime green to vibrant, fiery red when fully ripe.
Pepper Pod Size
1.5 to 2 inches tall.
Commonly Used In
Fresh garden salads, artisan pickling, stuffed poppers (with goat cheese or cream cheese), fresh pico de gallo, ceviche, and grilled vegetable skewers.
