A filter support structure is provided. This filter support structure includes a multi-sided funnel, which is comprised of a plurality of interconnecting walls where each wall forms one side of the multi-sided funnel. Each wall is connected to two adjoining walls via a latching mechanism. The filter support structure further includes a base support that includes a central opening. The central opening is shaped to correspond to a number of walls that are included in the plurality of walls of the multi-sided funnel. A portion of the multi-sided funnel is fittable within the central opening of the base support.

A filter support structure is provided. This filter support structure includes a multi-sided funnel, which is comprised of a plurality of interconnecting walls where each wall forms one side of the multi-sided funnel. Each wall is connected to two adjoining walls via a latching mechanism. The filter support structure further includes a base support that includes a central opening. The central opening is shaped to correspond to a number of walls that are included in the plurality of walls of the multi-sided funnel. A portion of the multi-sided funnel is fittable within the central opening of the base support.

An espresso extraction device and an espresso extraction method are described that utilize a control unit that controls an operation of a valve unit or a pressure unit that adjusts pressure applied to an extraction unit of the device based on sensing data of a sensor unit in the extraction unit. A portafilter can be mounted on a head of the extraction unit, removing bubbles in the pressure unit by filling the pressure unit with a fluid and controlling the operation of the valve unit, removing bubbles in the extraction unit by filling the extraction unit with a fluid and controlling the operation of the valve unit, extracting espresso by exerting pressure to a fluid contained in the extraction unit by operating the pressure unit, receiving extraction pressure in the extraction unit via a sensor unit, and controlling the operation of the pressure unit on the basis of extraction pressure.

A disposable strainer (1) for tea infusion comprises a base (10) and a deformable infusion container (11) with a moisture-permeable body (110) attached to the base (10). The base (10) is foldable, the disposable strainer (1) includes a squeezing mechanism (12) connected to the body (110) of the infusion container (11) and adapted to squeeze the infusion container (11) once the base (10) is folded, and the squeezing mechanism (12) consists in a first thread (121) adapted for drawing out of the disposable strainer (1).

A disposable strainer (1) for tea infusion comprises a base (10) and a deformable infusion container (11) with a moisture-permeable body (110) attached to the base (10). The base (10) is foldable, the disposable strainer (1) includes a squeezing mechanism (12) connected to the body (110) of the infusion container (11) and adapted to squeeze the infusion container (11) once the base (10) is folded, and the squeezing mechanism (12) consists in a first thread (121) adapted for drawing out of the disposable strainer (1).

A disposable cartridge for use as a filter in particular for soluble elements, aromatic herbs such as tea, coffee, chamomile, infusion, whose configuration comprises means for securely and stably fixing it without occupying the entire annular diameter of a cup or container, characterized in that it is made up of a symmetrical laminar template (2) whose plantar shape is determined by an upper area of sinusoidal contours (3) with a superior central ridge or rounded tongue (4) followed by curved shoulders (4a) is the middle area of which it is present a groove or opening of oblong configuration (5) with rounded ends (6), which serves as means for cartridge holding (1) with the cup (8) upper perimetric rim (7) in which the lower area of the template (2) has a triangular obtuse-angled body (9) with straight sides (9a).

A disposable cartridge for use as a filter in particular for soluble elements, aromatic herbs such as tea, coffee, chamomile, infusion, whose configuration comprises means for securely and stably fixing it without occupying the entire annular diameter of a cup or container, characterized in that it is made up of a symmetrical laminar template (2) whose plantar shape is determined by an upper area of sinusoidal contours (3) with a superior central ridge or rounded tongue (4) followed by curved shoulders (4a) is the middle area of which it is present a groove or opening of oblong configuration (5) with rounded ends (6), which serves as means for cartridge holding (1) with the cup (8) upper perimetric rim (7) in which the lower area of the template (2) has a triangular obtuse-angled body (9) with straight sides (9a).

A compact and lightweight personal pod making system is provided. The pod making system has a base for receiving a pod packaging material and a sealing tool pivotably connected to the base. The system can be used at home, in the office and even outdoors. A pod package assembly that can be used in conjunction with the personal pod making system is also provided. The pod package assembly can include a cup-like holder that is hingedly connected to a cover so that it is relatively easy for users to align the cover when sealing the pod.

A compact and lightweight personal pod making system is provided. The pod making system has a base for receiving a pod packaging material and a sealing tool pivotably connected to the base. The system can be used at home, in the office and even outdoors. A pod package assembly that can be used in conjunction with the personal pod making system is also provided. The pod package assembly can include a cup-like holder that is hingedly connected to a cover so that it is relatively easy for users to align the cover when sealing the pod.

Provided is a Cartridge brewing filter device for use with a cartridge brewing system. The device aids in further filtering the beverage provided by a cartridge brewing system. The filter device also helps prevent the beverage from splashing out of the beverage container during the brewing process. Additional features include using the filter device to add flavor, tea, coffee, elements, etc to the beverage to enhance the brewing experience.