There is nothing quite like that first sip of coffee in the morning.

The aroma of a fresh brewed pot is most likely what it smells like in heaven.

We look forward to downing our first cup as soon as the alarm goes off.

Spilling salt, all black background

But look at it as a way to enhance an already perfect beverage.

New research has shown that putting salt in your coffee can make the taste less bitter.

you could add milk, sweetener, half and half, or all three.

hot cup of coffee with a bold red background

So why not try salt?

Salt masks the bitter taste of coffee

We can all recall what bitter tastes like.

It is the flavor that turns your face into a puckered raisin.

It’s strong and leaves a stale aftertaste.

Any remedy to avoid this reaction is a welcome one.

It is possible to have too much of a good thing.

But no matter how much you add, just trying this hack makes you a crazy curious coffee connoisseur.

Meanwhile, we can all agree it is helpful to offer up ideas to improve our morning cup.

But the line must be drawn if there ever comes a Salt Frappuccino.