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The original was posted on /r/askculinary by /u/tacologic on 2023-09-09 20:11:04.

My friend got me an invite to judge a hot sauce contest and I’m super excited! However I’ve never done such a thing before despite loving food, spicy and otherwise.

The event is going to be five hours, and the sauces will increase in spiciness from mild to Carolina Reaper-based concoctions. It’s being hosted at a bar, and they do have standard bar food. There will be bread and whipped cream on hand to help dry us out as needed.

That’s pretty much the extent of what I know… Any advice about food, water, pacing, or whatever is appreciated!