Tabasco vs Cayenne
| Tabasco | Cayenne | |
|---|---|---|
| Scoville (SHU) | 30,000–50,000 SHU | 30,000–50,000 SHU |
| Heat tier | Hot | Hot |
| Fresh or dried | both | both |
| Flavor | Sharp, biting and faintly smoky — the pepper behind the famous Louisiana vinegar hot sauce. | Sharp, clean heat with a faint fruitiness. |
| Best for | vinegar hot sauce, pepper sauce | seasoning, hot sauce |
| Top substitute | cayenne | chile-de-arbol |