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Patent Number:
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WO/2009/126555
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Inventors:
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KAUFMAN, Larry; (US).
DEVAKUL, M., l., Tridhosyuth; (TH).
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Applicant:
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KAUFMAN, Larry; (US).
DEVAKUL, M., l., Tridhosyuth; (TH).
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Publication Date:
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15/10/2009
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Application Number:
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PCT/US2009/039611
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Filed:
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06/04/2009
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An aroma enhancing method and device for use when drinking from a beverage cup has a receptacle member (10/20, 30, 50) with a porous surface (10e, 30e, 50b) for holding a sample of fresh beverage material therein, and a mounting member (25, 35a) for mounting on or near the rim of the beverage cup (25, 35, 50c) in proximity to the user's nose to smell the aroma of the fresh beverage material when sipping a liquid beverage from the cup. A first embodiment is formed as a two-part lid for a cup with outer and inner receptacle covers that nest together. A second embodiment is formed as a plastic top with a receptacle pocket and a hinged cover member that can be swung to cover the pocket. A third embodiment is formed as a clip-on container attachment with a spring clasp for mounting on the rim of a mug. Providing the aroma of the fresh grounds or tea leaves provides the beverage drinker with a richer flavorful experience.
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