Method and apparatus for cartridge-based carbonation of beverages
US9790076B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 16, 2014 |
| Grant date | Oct 17, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 9, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T137/0385
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Systems, methods and cartridges for carbonating a precursor liquid, such as water, to form a beverage. A carbon dioxide source can be provided in a cartridge which is used to generate carbon dioxide gas that is dissolved into the precursor liquid. A beverage medium, such as a powdered drink mix or liquid syrup, may be provided in the same, or a separate cartridge as the carbon dioxide source and mixed with the precursor liquid to form a beverage. The use of one or more cartridges for the carbon dioxide source and/or beverage medium may make for an easy to use and mess-free system for making carbonated beverages, e.g., in the consumer's home.
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