Re: do you like coffee 
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I have a sweet tooth. I do not like the taste of coffee - but I do like the smell of a good coffee sometimes.
Coffee I found for me was about finding what suited my taste buds. I am a bit of a coffee snob but it doesn't really matter how much a coffee cost, what matters is if I get the taste I want. I find a lot of coffee here in the UK is a bit more on the bitter side.
If you're up for trying something, seek out either Columbian or Venezuela 100% Arabica around a medium to dark roast (3 to 5 if they use numbers). It should have a nice mild, possibly chocolate flavour. Depends on the climate and other factors. I find most African coffee can be a bit on the bitter side, but even then it comes down to where.
Also, like anything it's down to 'getting' used to it. Let's face it, beer and most alcohol is pretty vile tasting.
When it comes to coffee making it's best to go for an espresso shot as it has more of the oils in it so you get the full flavour. Filtering coffee removes the creamer which is where the oils are so you lose some of the finer notes of the coffee. If you're at home you should use a coffee plunger/cafetiere for best flavour. Simple rule to follow, one heaping tablespoon per cup and one for the plunger. When you boil water wait until the boil has settled prior to pouring in. (this goes for tea as well), stir and then let it brew with the lid on but don't plunge. After about 3-5 minutes plunge and enjoy.
When you decide to get more into coffee a grinder will be your best friend. Nothing beats freshly ground coffee, aside from freshly roasted freshly ground coffee that is...
If you're wondering, yes I've had too much coffee today.
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