Patent ID: 9023412
Filing Date: 2015-05-05
Classification: B65D

Abstract:
1. A capsule for use with a food preparation machine, wherein: the machine comprises a fluid injection needle supported by an injection plate, for injection of a single jet of fluid inside the capsule, the needle being adapted in shape and size to protrude inside the capsule when the capsule is inserted into the machine in order for operation; the capsule comprises a body with side, bottom and top walls defining a chamber wherein a food ingredient is contained which is to be extracted and/or dissolved by the fluid injected in the chamber through the top wall, the capsule further comprising a top circumferential edge such that when the capsule is placed in the machine in order for operation, the interface between the needle plate, and the capsule edge is leaktight so that fluid can flow from the injection needle only through the capsule; the capsule top wall is sealed onto the circumferential edge; and the capsule top wall comprises a built-in showering member comprising at least one opening so as to accommodate the needle without piercing of the showering member, and transform the single jet of fluid from the needle into at least one jet directed towards the inside of the capsule chamber.