"I do solemnly swear to objectively and subjectively evaluate each Barbeque meat that is presented to my eyes, my nose, my hands, and my palate. I accept my duty to be an Official KCBS Certified Judge, so that truth, justice, excellence in Barbeque, and the American Way of Life may be strengthened and preserved forever."
-The KCBS Judges' Oath
The Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS) is an organization that mostly conducts bbq competitions- large fair-like events where bbq teams compete for thousands of dollars in cash prizes. I am bbq judge; one of the people who taste and score the various entries.
Learn more about the competition process.
Become a KCBS-certified bbq judge! A judge class is being held in close-by Lexington, NC on Saturday, February 19. Fill out page 2 of this form to apply. For $75, you get your certification, a bunch of bbq samples, and a year's membership in the KCBS. The fact is, the best bbq you can possible get is what's served to judges at bbq festivals. Experience teams cook large amounts of meat all night long, and the pick the best of that for you! So what are you waiting for? Sign up soon as these classes can fill up quick!
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