I have to agree with DL on this, i love eating a small bud when you get new stuff. It gives you that tingly feeling in your mouth. I only do it for the taste....("Thats what she said.... Smoke-Five ". <--- If you watch Scrubs you will know.)
The sight of a good nug makes me want to taste it! I dont know that I have had it fresh though, I will be sure to do that when I harvest.