> A process that entails boiling water to 100C That doesn't mean it's actually served at that temperature, for the same reason that me baking a pizza at 200C i

> A process that entails boiling water to 100C That doesn't mean it's actually served at that temperature, for the same reason that me baking a pizza at 200C in my oven doesn't mean it's actually 200C when served. Serving temperatures are typically far lower than cooking/brewing temperatures - in the case of tea or coffee, typically below 80C - unless, of course, it's McDonald's or Starbucks overcooking the bejeezus out of their beverages for the sake of cheapness and consistency.