Inca Red Drop
Easy to Grow
Non-GMO & Natural
High Germination Rate
Loved by Chefs
Inca Red Drop Pepper Seeds (10+Seeds/Packet)
The Inca Red Drop Pepper is a rare Peruvian heirloom, treasured for its unique teardrop shape, glossy scarlet color, and bold flavor. Compact plants produce abundant clusters of peppers, making them not only productive but also ornamental. Known in Peru as Aji Charapita’s cousin, these peppers balance fruity sweetness with a lively kick of heat.
✔ Scoville Rating – Mild to medium heat (approx. 30,000–50,000 SHU).
✔ Flavor Profile – Fruity, tangy, and slightly smoky with a bright chili bite.
✔ Growth Habit – Bushy plants packed with dozens of glossy red drops, making them ideal for container growing or garden beds.
🍴 Culinary Applications
Inca Red Drop peppers are prized by chefs for their versatility:
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Sauces & Salsas – A natural choice for Peruvian-style hot sauces and bright, tangy salsas.
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Pickling – Their size and shape make them perfect for pickling whole, locking in flavor and crunch.
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Infusions – Drop them into oils, vinegars, or even spirits for a bold kick.
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Garnish – Their glossy, jewel-like look makes them an eye-catching topping for ceviche, tacos, and grilled meats.
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Cooking – Stir into stir-fries, curries, and rice dishes for color and balanced heat.
Chefs and home growers alike love Inca Red Drop peppers for their combination of beauty, flavor, and versatility — a true gourmet pepper straight from the Andes.
👨🍳 Chef’s Pitch: Inca Red Drop Pepper
Bright, jewel-like peppers with a fruity tang and medium heat. Their teardrop shape makes them perfect for plating whole, pickling, or floating in ceviche. Chefs love them for bold Peruvian sauces, chili oils, and garnishes that pop with both flavor and color. A true conversation piece on the plate — balanced, versatile, and eye-catching.
Inca Red Drop
Seeds You Can Trust
Grown for Kitchens, Loved by Gardens
Seeds with a story, flavor, and strength.
Our peppers aren’t just seeds — they’re carefully preserved varieties chosen for vigor, reliability, and exceptional taste. Open-pollinated and non-GMO, every seed is selected to deliver strong germination, abundant harvests, and the culinary character chefs and gardeners crave. 🌱🔥
From Seed to Kitchen
Rare & Culinary-Grade Pepper Seeds
Our pepper seeds are curated for chefs, growers, and adventurous gardeners who want more than just a harvest. Each variety is open-pollinated and non-GMO, selected for flavor integrity, strong germination, and cultural heritage. These aren’t generic peppers — they’re living links to food traditions around the world, from mountain-grown rocotos to tropical biquinhos. Whether you’re chasing authentic flavors or abundant yields, every packet connects your garden to global cuisine.
Frequent Asked Questions
Q: Are your seeds suitable for home gardeners and professional chefs?
Absolutely! Our seeds are chosen for exceptional flavor, vibrant growth, and reliable yields—perfect for home gardens, restaurant kitchens, and culinary professionals alike.
Q: What does “heritage” or “heirloom” mean for your seeds?
Heritage and heirloom seeds are traditional varieties passed down through generations, valued for their flavor, history, and ability to be saved and replanted.
Q: How high is the germination rate of your seeds?
Our seeds are tested for high germination rates, ensuring strong, healthy plants when grown under proper conditions.
Q: Do you offer rare or specialty varieties?
Yes—we pride ourselves on offering unique, flavorful, and hard-to-find varieties that bring diversity and richness to your culinary creations.
