When you regularly drink various coffees, you sometimes wonder, "Is this really delicious?" At first, you could honestly enjoy it based on whether you liked it or not, but as you learn about the different types and differences, you gradually lose confidence in your own judgment. In particular, many people have experienced feeling a mismatch between their own perception and the coffee that others around them rate as "delicious," and ending up thinking, "It must be tasty."
However, the sense of "delicious" is inherently very personal. People's perceptions of bitterness, acidity, and aroma differ, and there is no single correct answer. While others' evaluations can serve as a reference, they don't have to become your own standard. Rather, the process of searching for your own notion of "delicious"—even with uncertainty—is perhaps one of the joys of coffee. By valuing your own senses and engaging with each cup, you can achieve a richer coffee experience.
Here is the venue for the Suita Rising Sun Japan Coffee Festival.
