This dude knows heat and was not coming to lose. The peppers must have been wicked hot this year, and the rest of the competition just not prepared, because this was our quickest contest to date with all the contestants, but one calling for milk before we even reached pepper #8. The one that kicked out the final competitor was the 7 Pot Brain Strain, which clearly lives up to its name.  Thanks to our volunteers, emcee, audience, and most of all our gutsy contestants for showing up. Have fun with your stomach cramps — and see you next year for the 18th Annual Hot Pepper Showdown!