Whirlpool Corporation
SINGLE-SERVING SELF-PIERCING POD FOR LIQUID AND POWDERED AND GRANULAR BEVERAGE CONCENTRATES

Abstract:

A single-serving capsule holding liquid and powdered beverage concentrates and dispensing systems/machines related thereto. The capsule is self-piercing and does not require a mechanical device to create water fluid inlet and fluid outlet openings in the capsule. The capsule can be used to make both hot and cold beverages.