Cartridge and method for the preparation of beverages
US7640843B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 23, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 5, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB67D2001/0812
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A cartridge for use in a beverage preparation machine, the cartridge containing one or more beverage ingredients and being formed from substantially air- and water-impermeable materials, the cartridge comprising an inlet for the introduction of an aqueous medium into the cartridge and an outlet for discharge of a beverage produced from the one or more beverage ingredients, wherein the one or more beverage ingredients is a liquid chocolate ingredient.
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