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A growing trend in the U.S. recommends adding a pinch of salt to coffee to reduce bitterness and naturally enhance perceived sweetness. Methods include sprinkling salt on beans before brewing, adding a few drops of saline, or stirring a small amount into finished coffee. Food scientists explain that low levels of sodium can blunt bitter compounds and activate taste receptors, balancing flavor without sugar or cream. Experts caution against salting freshly roasted specialty beans, which can mask nuanced flavors, and warn people with hypertension or kidney disease to avoid extra salt. The idea isn’t new — salted coffee appears in traditions from Türkiye to Vietnam (muối — Vietnamese salted coffee) and Taiwan, and some U.S. cafés now use salt in drinks like salted tahini lattes.