Hello, I'm over here I owed you a visit.
I loved your story and we have something in common, we like black coffee, without or with little sugar.
Regarding the quote:

"Coffee should be black as Hell, strong as death, and sweet as love."

I don't consider coffee as ugly as hell let alone death. 😂🤣
When I'm in front of my pc working my companion for sure is a cup of black coffee. Drinking acafé gives me energy, I feel more awake and active.