Why does the term "brewing" persist strongly in coffee culture despite its technical inaccuracy regarding fermentation?
Answer
It is historical inertia and an analogy to preparing other steeped beverages like tea.
The term remains strong due to historical inertia and analogy, as "brewing" is the standard vernacular for preparing many infused beverages, sharing the step of adding hot water to a solid substance.
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