Just curious where everyone stands on this... I had this debate with some good friends last night that came over dinner, all of which love hot food and sauces in varying degrees. One guest preferred the scorch my taste buds so I can't taste anything approach (more the endorphin high, than taste-ability?) while most chose a more flavor but still hot and can still taste the food approach. I tend to go with still being able to taste what I am eating in the next bite.