Datil

Our peppers are grown organically using only natural methods with no chemicals or pesticides of any kind. Datil peppers are cultivated throughout the United States and elsewhere, but the majority are produced in St. Augustine, Florida. Many myths attempt to explain the origin of the Datil Pepper: some suggest the peppers were brought to St. Augustine by indentured workers from Menorca in the late 18th century, others posit that they were brought from Cuba around 1880 by a jelly maker named S. B. VallsThe Datil pepper is a beautiful and fiery pepper that appears almost like a miniature lantern with its small, plump shape and vibrant, bright yellow or orange hue. Its size ranges from about an inch to two inches in length with a slightly curved and pointed shape, adding to its distinctive appearance. When you pick up a Datil pepper and hold it close, you'll notice its glossy and smooth skin that's almost leathery to the touch. As you slice into the pepper, you'll release an aroma that's p