Regarding the taste: Its nice very similar to south Indian filter coffee if you prepare it exactly as the instructions say. I make it with the Nestle everyday milk powder and a little sugarfree. Do not use boiling water, just hot water. do not try new reciepies with coffee if you are new to drinking the same or you donot know how to make coffee. I have used different brands of filter coffee sold in india, and this seems to be easier to prepare and tastes good too. This is the best option for those who want to taste of south instant.