Correct and simple: The tip of your tongue often tastes sweet first.
Another good way to say it: The tip of your tongue often tastes sweet things first.
Why this is better (in kid words):
- The subject is The tip of your tongue — that's who is doing the tasting.
- The verb is tastes — that tells what it does.
- We say sweet (an adjective) to describe the taste. Saying "tastes sweet" is more natural than "tastes sweetness." You can also say "tastes sweet things" if you mean sweet foods.
Example: When you lick a lollipop, the tip of your tongue notices the sweet taste first.