The Spicy History of Hot Sauce

What substance in chili peppers is responsible for their heat sensation?

• Spicetin

• Chillicin

• Pepperine

• Capsaicin

Which historical event facilitated the spread of chili peppers to Europe?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Silk Road

• The Colombian Exchange

• The Age of Enlightenment

Which brand is known for being one of the first commercially available hot sauces in the US?

• Frank's Red Hot

• Tabasco

• Sriracha

• Cholula

What was a common use for hot sauce among sailors in the 19th century?

• As a perfume

• As a cleaning agent

• As a medicinal anti-scurvy sauce

• As a dessert topping

Which hot sauce is known for being used on the first Buffalo Wings?

• Tabasco

• Frank's Red Hot

• Cholula

• Sriracha

Which online show popularized the concept of celebrities eating spicy wings while answering questions?

• Hot Pepper Gaming

• Spicy Talk

• Hot Ones

• Chili Chat

What was the Pocky One Chip Challenge known for?

• Being a sweet and spicy candy

• Being a single extremely spicy chip

• Being a mild snack

• Being a spicy drink

Which of the following is a potential risk of participating in extreme heat challenges?

• Increased appetite

• Severe injury

• Improved digestion

• Enhanced vision

What is the Scoville rating of Mad Dog Plutonium No. 9?

• 9 million Scoville units

• 6 million Scoville units

• 2,500 Scoville units

• 450 Scoville units

What is a common theme among the hottest hot sauces in the world?

• They are all sweet

• They have extremely high Scoville ratings

• They are all mild

• They are all made in Europe