Tasteocracy is for everyone We are people from all walks of life who reside in or near the Twin Cities in Minnesota or the Tri Valley/East Bay area outside San Francisco, CA, who come together to give their opinions on new and existing products. All you have to do to join Tasteocracy is create a profile. Then when a new test is announced, answer a handful of questions and, if you’re a good fit, we’ll show you times you can schedule to come join us, and you’ll be part of our community of testers. Tasteocracy is an experience Our testers sample food, beverages, dietary supplements and more in a controlled environment. Kids — or, as we like to call them, Taste Buds — are welcome too! Tests are confidential and often independent, though some focus groups are, by nature, interactive. Most taste tests last 30 to 50 minutes, and members earn extra cash ($35 or more) in exchange for their valuable feedback. Tasteocracy is a movement Everyone’s opinion matters. The feedback from our testers can influence products in development, or changes to existing products you purchase, meaning our community contributes to what ends up on store shelves. We’re always looking for new members to join the Tasteocracy community!