The main difference between paprika and smoked paprika comes from their flavor profile and where they are grown giving each variety distinct qualities. Both paprika types are known for their strong color and flavor profiles. The smokiness is achieved by curing the peppers over smoking oak logs. Our sweet paprika is grown in the Kalocsa region of Hungary whereas our smoked varieties are grown in Spain. Spain has three grades of paprika; sweet/mild (pimentón dulce), medium heat (pimentón agridulce), and hot (pimentón picante). We offer both Spanish smoked sweet (dulce) paprika and smoked hot (picante) paprika.