I received a powder for a gift during the 2012 grow. I rapidly realized I was going to need more. So one thing led to another and I either bought, traded, gifted or had a hand in 100 powders. With the growing season winding down my addictive personality decided to focus on some powder research. I am working my way thru them and hopefully expanding my knowledge. I thought maybe some one here might also find this intresting, if not, a way to kill some time. I will try to post a few each day. Thanks pepperproblem
This is not all of them.
Bodeen Yellow Cayenne
Fluffy in texture, with the color of Mustard powder. It smells of dried Cayenne skins with a hint of greenness. With med plus heat it has a nice sharp bite that is more subdued than the fresh pepper version. It is overall clean and balanced with a sort of Yellow Bell nuance to it. Med-hot
Bodeen Orange Cayenne
Orange/Yellow in appearance, this powder exhibits more bass notes than the Y.C. That extra dimension adds to the complexity while it still hangs on to the same Y.B. aroma of the Y.C. A bit more assertive,with a pronounced twang in the back of the mouth, this finishes a touch milder. Med-plus
Bodeen Chocolate Cayenne
This fine powder is reminiscent of the earth from the Australian Outback. Similar to the the two preceding Cayenne s, less the green edge. A touch bitter, but you would expect that, it adds a nice touch and is welcomed. This has power, but not might. Nice. Hot
cmpman1974 African Cayenne Blend Pear Smoked
Like all of Chris's powders, this one is pulverized to the smallest molecule .Beautiful to look at, beautiful to smell. The smells of wood and smoke are evenly distributed. Flavor wise it starts out dominated by the smoking, then the African Continent fights back and wins the battle. Interesting stuff. Hot
Bodeen Thai
With a deep yellow color (Yellow Thai?) and flour like texture (higher water content) this carries on with the garden fresh scents of Bodeen's previous powders.. This is more aggressive and seemingly more acidic. As the non smoked Cayennes would be a good choice with vegetarian fare, this one could also step up to heavier dishes. It finishes fairly hot with a pronounced white pepper aftertaste. Hot
Joyners Tri Thai
Great color and dry to the point of being grainy. This smells as if it has been fully cured. Secondary aromatics are mildly fruity. The powder was balanced throughout and provided good heat with almost no bitterness that the pepper is known for. Hot
Wayright Shirt & Thai
More sweet smoke. Initial blast of charred wood takes hold , but the power of the Thai pepper tries to wage a coup, but at best, it is a draw. This is a likable smoked powder that has a heat level that would please both the novice and the seasoned chilihead. Hot
Joyners Chiltepin Amarillo
My hats off to people that want to grow, pick and powder tiny peppers. I am not that guy, but I will buy them! Almost dusty in its dryness it has a underlying tropical fruit/banana like quality to it. Sharp, angular heat. A slap, followed by some tanginess fading to a nice warm belly. Nice. Hot
Joemomma Pecan Smoked Pequin
Beautiful layered smokiness and a duel texture of tiny grains and fluff. The wood must have been very dry as no detectable wood resins are present. This has a savory, rustic flavor that is addicting. A good addition to anyone's spice selections. Hot
This is not all of them.
Bodeen Yellow Cayenne
Fluffy in texture, with the color of Mustard powder. It smells of dried Cayenne skins with a hint of greenness. With med plus heat it has a nice sharp bite that is more subdued than the fresh pepper version. It is overall clean and balanced with a sort of Yellow Bell nuance to it. Med-hot
Bodeen Orange Cayenne
Orange/Yellow in appearance, this powder exhibits more bass notes than the Y.C. That extra dimension adds to the complexity while it still hangs on to the same Y.B. aroma of the Y.C. A bit more assertive,with a pronounced twang in the back of the mouth, this finishes a touch milder. Med-plus
Bodeen Chocolate Cayenne
This fine powder is reminiscent of the earth from the Australian Outback. Similar to the the two preceding Cayenne s, less the green edge. A touch bitter, but you would expect that, it adds a nice touch and is welcomed. This has power, but not might. Nice. Hot
cmpman1974 African Cayenne Blend Pear Smoked
Like all of Chris's powders, this one is pulverized to the smallest molecule .Beautiful to look at, beautiful to smell. The smells of wood and smoke are evenly distributed. Flavor wise it starts out dominated by the smoking, then the African Continent fights back and wins the battle. Interesting stuff. Hot
Bodeen Thai
With a deep yellow color (Yellow Thai?) and flour like texture (higher water content) this carries on with the garden fresh scents of Bodeen's previous powders.. This is more aggressive and seemingly more acidic. As the non smoked Cayennes would be a good choice with vegetarian fare, this one could also step up to heavier dishes. It finishes fairly hot with a pronounced white pepper aftertaste. Hot
Joyners Tri Thai
Great color and dry to the point of being grainy. This smells as if it has been fully cured. Secondary aromatics are mildly fruity. The powder was balanced throughout and provided good heat with almost no bitterness that the pepper is known for. Hot
Wayright Shirt & Thai
More sweet smoke. Initial blast of charred wood takes hold , but the power of the Thai pepper tries to wage a coup, but at best, it is a draw. This is a likable smoked powder that has a heat level that would please both the novice and the seasoned chilihead. Hot
Joyners Chiltepin Amarillo
My hats off to people that want to grow, pick and powder tiny peppers. I am not that guy, but I will buy them! Almost dusty in its dryness it has a underlying tropical fruit/banana like quality to it. Sharp, angular heat. A slap, followed by some tanginess fading to a nice warm belly. Nice. Hot
Joemomma Pecan Smoked Pequin
Beautiful layered smokiness and a duel texture of tiny grains and fluff. The wood must have been very dry as no detectable wood resins are present. This has a savory, rustic flavor that is addicting. A good addition to anyone's spice selections. Hot