PEQUIN CHILLI
Scoville Scale: 8/10 (Torrid)
This little round chilli comes from Mexico and is an ornamental chilli also called bird chilli. It is very spicy and releases supple and fruity notes which make it the perfect partner for your chilli con Carne and grilled meats.
Chillis, or Capsicum annum, originate in Bolivia. Birds take the seeds all over South America and Mexico. They do not even feel the spiciness of chillis when they eat them!
Over time, new varieties were cultivated including the Pequin. Pre-Colombian civilisations used chillis as early as 7000 B.C. to enhance their dishes. They were brought to European kitchens by Christopher Columbus when he discovered the Americas. The explorer was seduced by the organoleptic properties of this chilli which is similar to pepper and he brought them back to Europe where they were very expensive at the time.
The chilli is part of the Solanaceae family, like tomatoes, potatoes and aubergines. Pequin chilli grows on a shrub, in hot and very sunny regions. It is also known as “chiltepines” or “chile silvestre”.
The chillis go from green to black then red when they are fully ripe. Each bush produces many chilis which are about 15mm long. The main Pequin chilli farms are in Mexico. Pequin chillis are very hot releasing supple and fruity notes. They are amongst the hottest chillis reaching 50,000 to 70,000 SHU (*SHU: Scoville Heat Unit). Pequin chillis are used to make spicy sauces, soups and vinegar.
Net: 30g
Origin: Mexico
Ingredients: Capsicum Annuum
DELIVERY INFO
Order Cut-Off Times & Delivery Date Selection
Orders placed before 2 PM (Monday to Friday) are dispatched the same day, unless you select a future delivery date at checkout.
Our Delivery Service
We use reliable third-party express courier services and high-quality insulated packaging. While our couriers are generally excellent, occasional delays can happen. We pack everything to stay fresh, even if transit takes a little longer.
Time-Sensitive & Event Orders
Can we guarantee delivery on a specific day? Unfortunately not - we rely on third-party couriers and can't control their schedules. All items leave us in perfect condition with good use-by dates, but final timing depends on the courier.
If your order is for a specific event, let us know in the notes section at checkout. We can often dispatch a day earlier to give you the best chance of timely arrival.
DELIVERY Changes After Dispatch
Once dispatched, your package is with the courier and we're unable to redirect it or change delivery details.
Saturday Delivery
Saturday delivery is available, though please note our couriers don't operate phone support at weekends and our office is closed. For event-critical orders, a weekday delivery gives us more flexibility to help if any issues arise.
Full delivery details and shipping rates: here
CHRISTMAS DELIVERY
Please choose your delivery date for pre-Christmas orders using the date-picker in your shopping basket. We will make every effort to deliver on your selected day, but this is not guaranteed, so please allow for an extra day.
ORDER DEADLINES
For delivery on or before 23/12/25: Midnight, 18/12/25
For delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve: Midnight, 27/12/25
Delivery slots are limited. Early booking is strongly recommended.
ORDERS CONTAINING FROZEN PRODUCTS ONLY
If you have freezer space available, please request your order to be delivered as soon as possible or select delivery before 20th December. We reserve the right to adjust your delivery date up to 2 days in advance if we feel it risks not arriving to you promptly.
FRESH TRUFFLES
Your truffles will be harvested as close to Christmas as possible to offer the longest shelf life and the freshest product. We fly them in from Europe early each morning on the same days we dispatch them to you.
Last available pre-Christmas delivery is 23rd December. The truffles will be good for a minimum of 6 days; any longer may impact your enjoyment. PLEASE notify us via email if you need them for the exact delivery day you requested, or consider receiving them a day earlier if that date is available.
As always with fresh truffles, they are best eaten as soon as possible to enjoy maximum aroma.
Please note: White truffles will not be available for delivery between Christmas & New Year's Eve. Instead, please order fresh black truffles.
FRESH PRODUCTS
All fresh products are supplied with a use-by date beyond 28/12/25, with the exception of fresh mushrooms and fresh truffles. We aim for delivery no later than 23rd December.
WAGYU STEAK / FROZEN PRODUCTS / DRY GOODS
All of our frozen products have a long shelf life in the freezer or at least 5 days if defrosted. Orders containing only frozen products will be delivered no later than 20th December.
Certain products (subject to availability) can be ordered for delivery on 30/12/25.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
From 19/12/25: Our phone lines are closed while we compile Christmas pre-orders. Please email us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
WAREHOUSE COLLECTION
You can collect in person from our warehouse until 5pm on 23/12/25. Select PICK UP in the checkout section of the website.
Customer service is available for delivery queries via info@fineandwild.com
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