About

ABOUT THE CHILLI FACTORY

The Chilli Factory began over 20 years ago and since then we have gone from making a few bottles of chilli sauce as a hobby, to the best gourmet chilli sauces and chutneys available in Australia. The Chilli Factory sauces can be found all over Australia and have received over 160 awards!

The secret to our delicious sauces and chutneys is using only the best fresh ingredients. All our chillies are grown right here in Australia, we do not use any dried, powdered or imported chillies, and our company policy that if we cannot make it fresh we prefer to not make it at all. 

At The Chilli Factory we’re inspired by tastes from Australia and all around the world. The range includes sauces, chutneys, mustards, rubs, spices and salts. You can find our sauces at gourmet grocers, delis, butchers, growers markets, and fine food markets. Check out our store locator to find your nearest Chilli Factory stockist or get your spice kick sent straight to your door by shopping right here on our website.

 

Growing The World's Hottest Chilli

Our passion for chillies soon turned into an obsession for the hot stuff, in 2011 The Chilli Factory grew the World’s Hottest Chilli the Trinidad Scorpion Butch T, with a whopping 1,463,700 Scoville Heat Units. The “Butch T” held the Guinness World Record for almost 3 years until November 2013.  

 

In 2008 The Chilli factory started growing our own chillies because we couldn’t get our hands on chillies that were hot enough for us! We started off growing a hot house full of 1500 Ghost Pepper chilli plants, which were the hottest in the world at the time, but even these weren’t hot enough for us…

In 2010 we caught wind of a new chilli that was even hotter than the Ghost. We set about planting a further 1500 plants of this new Scorpion chilli to see what all the fuss was about. In January 2011 the first fruit appeared on our new chilli plant and after trying some it was clear that these Scorpion Chillies were far hotter than the Ghosts. We sent some off to a lab to be tested and measured in at an astonishing 1,463,700 SHU, a full 42,000 SHU hotter than the Ghost Pepper.

Special Thanks to The Hippy Seed Company for providing the chilli seeds, and to Mark Peacock for his help and guidance throughout the growing process.


Frequently Asked Questions

  • How hot are your products?

    Our products range from mild and flavourful to extremely hot. Each product has its own unique heat level, so whether you're a casual chilli fan or a serious heat seeker, there's something for everyone.

  • What is the hottest product you sell?

    Our hottest product is The Paralyzer. This extreme chilli extract is designed for experienced chilli lovers who need to add even more heat to their cooking.

  • Are your products made in Australia?

    Yes. All of our products are proudly made in Australia using quality ingredients.

  • Are your products gluten-free?

    Yes. Most of our products are gluten-free (all except the Texan BBQ Rub)

  • Do your products contain preservatives?

    No. Our products are made without added preservatives.

  • Do I need to refrigerate sauces after opening?

    Yes. For best freshness and flavour, we recommend refrigerating all sauces after opening.

  • Why is chilli so addictive?

    At the moment you eat
    chillies your body wants to cool you down and take away the pain caused by the capsaicin in the chilli. Your brain starts to produce endorphins, which is a
    natural painkiller. And as soon as they kick in you will feel and experience a nice endorphin rush and euphoria. The natural high, this is the main reason you always want more chilli! You will experience the same sensation with sports e.g. jogging. But to my opinion eating chillies is easier and it saves you the hassle of running down the street.

  • How can I spice up my chillies?

    Cook them and eat them hot. A
    cooked up chilli will release the oils and therefore expand its heat. Thus, making the sensation hotter.

    Add salt to your batch of
    chillies this will draw the oils out of the chilli and therefore make your chilli hotter. Also, you can use white vinegar, grounded pepper, ginger or
    garlic to boost the heat in the chilli. Or worse, make a deadly cocktail with the lot.

  • What is the shelf life of your sauces?

    Our sauces will typically last 3 years from the date of bottling when stored correctly in a cool, dark place. Once opened, we recommend refrigerating them for best quality and freshness.

    For larger 2L bottles, the use-by date is generally 1 year from bottling, but depending on when you receive them, this may range from around 3–11 months remaining shelf life.

    While products may still be safe to consume after the use-by date if stored properly, this is at your own discretion. If you prefer a longer shelf life, we recommend choosing our glass bottles instead.

  • How long do your sauces last?

    Our sauces have a long shelf life when stored correctly. Please refer to the use-by date on the bottle and keep refrigerated after opening for optimal quality.

  • How should I store fresh chillies?

    Fresh chillies should be stored in the refrigerator and consumed as soon as possible for the best flavour and freshness.

  • How should I store dried chillies?

    Store dried chillies in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep them sealed in an airtight container to maintain their quality.