System and method for rapidly aging alcoholic beverages
US11434455B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2022 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2042 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12G3/06
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A system and method for aging an unaged distilled spirit (raw product) to produce rapidly aged spirits over a very fast period of time whereby the rapidly aged spirit has flavor profiles and taste that replicate the flavor and taste of alcoholic beverages that are traditionally aged. A processing vessel dedicated to holding the unaged spirit and mixing the unaged spirit with charred wood staves is provided. Pressurized, filtered air is added to the processing vessel for a period of time and then the filtered pressurized air is released and vented elsewhere. Then, a vacuum pump is used to vacuum remaining air in the processing vessel for a period of time, and then the vacuum is quickly released resulting in violent, quick agitation of the remaining air and spirit in the processing vessel. A computer application is used to schedule the sequence of steps for a recurring period of time.
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