Monday, June 29, 2026
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Fresh brew, harsh bite: Coffee's bitter edge finally comes into full molecular view

Have you ever wondered why freshly brewed coffee smells so delicious, but tastes bitter? New research from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine has revealed the molecular details responsible for the detection of this bitter taste.

Fresh brew, harsh bite: Coffee's bitter edge finally comes into full molecular view
Image: Phys.org
Have you ever wondered why freshly brewed coffee smells so delicious, but tastes bitter? New research from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine has revealed the molecular details responsible for the detection of this bitter taste.

Originally published at Phys.org

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