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> piedmont > wrote in news:Xns9DB58BCA52478mawil1013
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>> I sampled one teaspoon of EVOO/extra virgin olive oil today out of
>> curiousity. I was suprised at how mildly harsh it tasted, Not a burning
>> sensation but left an impression and almost bitter.
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>> any comments on how EVOO should taste?
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> It all depends on the quality.
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> It's supposed to have a fruity flavour. Definitely not bitter though.
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That's what concerned me was when I tasted it, it wasn't fruity or even
olive tasting. It really came across as harsh! and as suggested earlier,
time to sample other brands.

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