Methods, capsule and apparatuses for the production of...

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2011-08-02

2011-08-02

Alexander, Reginald L (Department: 3742)

Foods and beverages: apparatus

Beverage

Infusors

C099S28900D, C099S290000, C099S295000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07987767

ABSTRACT:
The invention provides a method for the preparation of a foamed drink comprising the steps of: providing a capsule containing a foamable ingredient; providing a receptacle positioned to collect fluid escaping from the capsule; injecting liquid into the capsule to mix with the foamable ingredient; allowing the foamable ingredient mixed with the liquid to escape from the capsule into the receptacle; followed by injecting further liquid into the receptacle in a jet having a diameter of from about 0.5 to about 2 mm to produce foamed liquid in the receptacle. The invention also provides capsules, apparatus and systems specifically adapted for use in the method. Preferably, the food ingredient is a milk powder, and the method produces a hot foamed beverage such as a cappuccino coffee.

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