In regards to drinks my preferences are anything but sophisticated.
I keep ground coffee around and I will agree wholeheartedly that a warm cup on a cool morning is a treat, but I always use creamer. My dear sweetie( my Mother) who passed in 2020 was the only other person I know who liked black coffee unsweetened. Of course that brings up the real reason for coffee (for many, at least) and that is the kick from the caffeine.
The only advantage that I could see in regard to Instant Coffee is the time factor. At my age, Ive got more time than money, however. (So far!
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