Bhut Jolokia peppers...why?

Matt Up North said:

This is a two parter. I have seen these and thought about getting some seeds to grow. But then you have to wear gloves just to touch them. If they are that hot then it seems to me that it is just a hot pepper for hot's sake.

One, does anyone grow these? Why? Pictures of your plant with peppers and also of the peppers.

Two, what the hell do you use them for? I mean, Habanero is spicy enough. It seems to me like it is a game of oneupsmanship. I don't mean that in a bad way as I love Ferrari's too

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Matt Up North said:

why get a pepper that I only need to use the tip and then what the heck will I do with the rest of the pepper?

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Matt Up North said:

I agree and disagree. I have tried some hot hot sauces and they go all the way from flavorful and fullfilling, up to just heat. I think that I would go with trying to grow them as well to see what they taste like and if they are really as hot as they say. I disagree because I don't think I would ever make a pot of chili or trick friends with the hottest pepper on the earth. Seems like a waste of said chili and a possible trip to the hospital to me.

I know they are hot, but it is kind of like buying a car that can go 0-120 in two seconds. You will never go 300mph, but there is the possibility. I know that Habaneros are hot enough for 99% of my hot pepper needs, why get a pepper that I only need to use the tip and then what the heck will I do with the rest of the pepper?

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