Tasteocracy: Get Paid to Share Your Opinion
Welcome to Tasteocracy
Tasteocracy is a paid product testing community where your opinion helps shape the future of food, beverages, and personal care products.
Based in Plymouth, MN (Twin Cities), Livermore, CA (Tri-Valley/East Bay), and Bound Brook, NJ, we connect everyday consumers with brands developing the next generation of products.
No experience necessary — just curiosity and a willingness to share honest feedback!
What We Do
We run studies where real people try real products — from snacks and drinks to deodorant and dietary supplements — and give feedback through short surveys or group discussions. Some tests are quick tastings; others involve trying products at home. Most sessions last 30 to 50 minutes.
In return for your time, you’ll receive a virtual gift card — usually $35 or more — delivered within 48 business hours.
Prefer cash? You can also transfer your reward to your bank account (a 6% processing fee applies).
Why Your Voice Matters
Your feedback helps brands improve new products before they hit the market.
Whether you’re testing in person or at home, your opinion directly influences what ends up on store shelves.
At Tasteocracy, every voice counts.
Who Can Join
Where You Live: You must live within driving distance of one of our testing locations: Plymouth, MN – Livermore, CA – Bound Brook, NJ.
Your Age: Most studies are for adults ages 18–65. We occasionally have opportunities for adults over 65. Kids ages 5+ can participate too, but a parent or guardian must register them.
Allergies: Many food studies are not suitable for individuals with food allergies, but some studies are designed specifically for allergy-sensitive participants. We also run many non-food tests throughout the year.
Industry Restrictions: You may not join if you work in marketing, market research, or the food and beverage industry.
How It Works
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Register
Click “Register” and fill out a brief form with your contact info and basic demographics.
You’ll get a welcome email once your profile is created.
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Find a Study
Log into your account and click “Sign Up to a Study” to view available opportunities.
You may also hear from us by email, phone, or social media, but the best way to stay informed is by checking your account. -
Qualify
Each study starts with a short screener survey.
Requirements vary — we may be looking for parents, pet owners, coffee drinkers, or specific age ranges.
Answer honestly. If you don’t qualify for one study, you’ll remain eligible for others. -
Schedule & Confirm
If you qualify, you’ll see a list of available times.
Pick one that works, and you’ll get a confirmation email with the date, time, and location.
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Show Up & Participate
At the test location, you’ll check in, re-confirm your screening answers, and sign a confidentiality agreement.
You’ll either be guided into a taste test, a discussion group, or sent home with a product and instructions if it’s a home-use study. -
Get Paid
All payments are sent as virtual gift cards via our secure partner, Tremendous, within 48 business hours after your test.
You’ll have access to over 200 gift card options to choose from — or you can opt to transfer your reward to your bank account (a 6% processing fee applies).
Cancellations & No-Shows
If you need to cancel:
- More than 48 hours before your session? Log into your account and cancel under “My On-Site Tests” or “My Home-Use Tests.”
- Less than 48 hours? Call Customer Care: CA – 925-551-4214 | MN – 763-354-2776 | NJ – 732-507-9808
After 3 no-shows, you’ll receive a warning.
After the 4th, your account will be deactivated.
Overbooking & Pay and Send Away
To meet client requirements, we sometimes overbook.
If a quota fills before you’re seated, you may be asked to step aside.
This is called a “Pay and Send Away.” You’ll still be compensated — at least half the test amount, never less than $25.
Home-Use & Multi-Day Tests
For home-use studies, your reward is sent after you complete the follow-up survey.
Multi-day studies are paid after the final session.
All payments are made as virtual gift cards within 48 business hours.
Online-Only Studies
We occasionally run online-only surveys.
Some are compensated through random drawings.
If you’re selected, you’ll be contacted to confirm your details before receiving your reward.
Ready to Get Started?
Register today and become part of the Tasteocracy community — where your feedback shapes tomorrow’s products and earns you rewards along the way.