Understanding Dry vs. Wet Weight with FoodSense Generation 4 🌶️🔥 In this video, I dive into a common question about FoodSense Generation 4—not about the device itself, but about the concept of dry weight vs. wet weight! Using the infamous Pepper X as an example, I explain how water content affects Scoville heat measurements. A fresh Pepper X measures around 234,000 Scoville heat units, but once dried (removing ~90% of its water), the Scoville rating jumps to about 2,600,000 due to the concentration of capsaicin. But here’s the key takeaway: FoodSense Generation 4 doesn’t differentiate between dry or wet peppers—it simply measures the capsaicin content in the sample. Want to predict how spicy a dried chili will be? Just divide the fresh Scoville rating by 0.9 to estimate its dry heat level. Watch the full video to learn more! Got questions? Reach out—we’re happy to help!
