The 'Acquired Tastes' meme humorously highlights the transition from hating certain things as a child to obsessively loving them—or simply pretending to—as an adult. It typically features characters acting superior about niche, bitter, or objectively unpleasant things like black coffee, craft beer, or obscure art films. This template is a staple for self-deprecating humor and relatable content about the bizarre things we learn to love over time. It serves as a social commentary on how we develop 'sophisticated' identities through the consumption of things that are difficult to enjoy at first glance, often contrasting a youthful rejection with a performative adult acceptance.