It turns out that if you have a taste for dark chocolate and black coffee, you might be hiding some sinister traits. Researchers from the University of Innsbruck in Austria conducted a study involving 953 Americans to investigate the connection between taste preferences and personality traits.
According to the study, those who enjoy bitter foods tend to exhibit psychopathic, anti-social, and sadistic personality traits.
Before you start questioning your own sanity, it’s important to note that this correlation does not necessarily mean that every dark chocolate lover or black coffee drinker is a psychopath. The researchers caution that this field of study is still in its early stages and that enjoying bitter foods is not a definitive indicator of sinister traits.
The study involved participants answering questions about their taste preferences for sweet, sour, salty, and bitter foods and beverages. Additionally, they completed personality surveys to assess traits such as psychopathy, narcissism, aggression, and sadism. The results showed a significant correlation between an increased enjoyment of bitter foods and heightened sadistic tendencies.
While it may be tempting to jump to conclusions and label yourself as an everyday sadist just because you have a fondness for black coffee, it’s crucial to remember that this study is just a piece of the puzzle.
So, if you find yourself savouring a piece of bitter dark chocolate or unsweetened black coffee, don’t stress… Taste preferences alone do not determine someone’s character. Phew!
