habanero
noun
ha·ba·ne·ro
ˌ(h)ä-bə-ˈn(y)er-ō 
variants
or less commonly habañero
: a very hot roundish chili pepper (Capsicum chinense) that is usually orange when mature
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This special is for all the signature margaritas, including watermelon, serrano, and peach and habanero.
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Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
For more kick: Keep the seeds and ribs in, or opt for hotter varieties like serrano or habanero peppers.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2025
Made with Earl Grey tea, vodka, habanero and honey, the drink is an homage to the beloved Brit’s spicy side — which is on full display during an hourlong interview with PEOPLE.
—Eric Andersson, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Original-recipe Tabasco sauce is up to 5,000 Scoville heat units; habaneros are up to 350,000.
—Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 18 Aug. 2025
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Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2025
For more kick: Keep the seeds and ribs in, or opt for hotter varieties like serrano or habanero peppers.
—Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2025
Made with Earl Grey tea, vodka, habanero and honey, the drink is an homage to the beloved Brit’s spicy side — which is on full display during an hourlong interview with PEOPLE.
—Eric Andersson, People.com, 20 Aug. 2025
Original-recipe Tabasco sauce is up to 5,000 Scoville heat units; habaneros are up to 350,000.
—Ellen Cushing, The Atlantic, 18 Aug. 2025
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“Habanero.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/habanero. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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