This rare pepper is crunchy and juicy with a mix of tropical flavors that are described as citrus and fruity with slightly smoky tones. Biquinho can be eaten raw or cooked, but are generally pickled in vinegar and served with meals. Try these Biquinho peppers which are also called Sweety Drops, in our Pickled Sweety Drop Peppers Recipe. These peppers are quite popular in Brazil, where they originated.
The peppers start as a striking deep purple or black, eventually ripening to a deep red with some purple undertones. They have a teardrop or beak-like shape, typical of the Biquinho family.
Black Biquinho peppers have a sweet, fruity flavor with a mild heat. They are often described as having a slightly smoky taste when eaten fresh and are popular for pickling due to their flavor and texture.
The heat is generally low, ranging from 500 to 2,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU).
The plants can grow to be 2 to 2.5 feet tall and have medium spread. The foliage and stems can be dark, adding to the pepper's ornamental appeal.
Black Biquinho peppers are versatile in the kitchen. They are excellent for pickling, adding to salsas, hot sauces, and marinades, or using as a garnish. They can also be used in soups, stews, and even jams and jellies.
They are a Brazilian heirloom pepper, belonging to the Capsicum chinense species.
Capsicum annuum (90 days) Heirloom - Open Pollinated
| Type |
Peppers |
| Family |
Nightshade Family |
| Temperature Soil |
65-80F |
| Temperature Daytime |
70-90F |
| Temperature Evening |
60+F |
| Lighting |
Full Sun, 6-8 Hours/Day |
| Water |
Heavy, 6 Gallons/Day |
| Maturity |
Moderate, 65-85 Days Harvest |
| PH Neutral |
5.5-7.0 |
| Zones |
4A-11B |
| Plant Placement |
6 Plants, 3 Row |