What is a hot tasting powdered spice?

There are many hot-tasting powdered spices, so to give you the best answer, I need a little more information!

Tell me:

* What kind of heat are you looking for?

* Mild: Paprika, cayenne pepper, chili powder

* Medium: Chipotle powder, ancho chili powder, cumin

* Hot: Cayenne pepper, habanero powder, ghost pepper powder

* Very hot: Scotch bonnet powder, reaper powder, Carolina Reaper powder

* What cuisine are you cooking?

* Some spices are more common in specific cuisines:

* Indian: Garam masala, ginger, turmeric, black pepper

* Mexican: Chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika

* Chinese: Sichuan peppercorns, chili flakes, ginger

* What flavor profile are you aiming for?

* Some spices have additional flavor notes beyond just heat:

* Earthy: Cumin, black pepper, chili powder

* Fruity: Cayenne pepper, paprika, chipotle powder

* Floral: Saffron, ginger

Once you give me more details, I can give you a more specific and helpful answer!