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Distillation and essence extractor insert for beer brewing machine

US11389744B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 6, 2019
Grant dateJul 19, 2022
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Expiry dateOct 6, 2039

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB01D5/006
  • WIPO fieldChemical engineering
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A distillation/extraction insert may attach to a vessel containing liquid to be distilled, and may use heated water circulating through a heating coil, as well as draw a partial vacuum to induce boiling. A condensation coil may collect the vapor and condense the vapor into distillate. A controller may monitor various temperatures and vacuum level to precisely control the heated water being used to boil components in the liquid. The heated water may be created by a beer making machine, which may have a temperature controlled recirculating water system. The insert may be a self-contained unit that attaches to a vessel, where the vessel may also be used for fermenting brewer's mash for distillation. In some cases, an extraction chamber may be used for collecting essential oils from various materials.

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