Coffee hides caffeine’s bitterness in a surprising way (opens in new tab)  🔬Maillard Reaction

Anyone who has tasted pure caffeine knows how unpleasant it can be. The bitterness is immediate and medicinal, more like a drug than a drink. Coffee contains plenty of caffeine, yet that harsh flavor is surprisingly difficult to find in a typical cup. The concentration in a typical brew sits well above what your tongue