Brewing system for kombucha and other fermented beverages
US11015157B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 14, 2018 |
| Grant date | May 25, 2021 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 24, 2039 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12G3/02
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Kombucha, kefir, and other fermented beverages may be manufactured using a fermenter that draws off some fermented beverage, then adds starter liquid to a fermenter. Production may be regulated by managing heat, oxygen, or other inputs to achieve a desired quantity of finished beverage output, and production may be increased or decreased to match consumption. A controller may monitor beverage consumption and may adjust processing variables to achieve production goals, while automatically managing the overall process. A system may have a feed tank from which unprocessed liquid may be added to the fermenter at the same or similar quantities as finished beverage may be transferred to a dispensing system. The system may operate with little expertise or knowledge by a human operator.
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