KIDDUSH CUP ASSEMBLY

Abstract

A Kiddush cup assembly is disclosed. The assembly comprises (a) a Kiddush cup comprising a Kiddush fluid and having a first cover being configured to avoid damaging a lip, wherein the first cover is not stuck to the lip using an adhesive; (b) a container for containing an additional Kiddush fluid; and (c) at least one tampering reporting mechanism for disqualifying the Kiddush cup assembly when tampered.

Claims

1. A Kiddush cup assembly comprising: (a) a Kiddush cup having an inner volume being defined by a bottom and a side wall, said volume being filled with a Kiddush fluid having a second volume, said second volume is less than said inner volume, a top of said side wall comprises a lip defining an opening of said second volume, said Kiddush cup having a first cover being configured to avoid damaging said lip while removing or applying said cover, wherein said first cover is not stuck to said lip using an adhesive; (b) a container for containing an additional said Kiddush fluid, said additional Kiddush fluid having a third volume, said second volume and said third volume combined being greater than said inner volume, said container having a second cover, wherein when said second cover is at least partially removed, said container is usable for filling up the inner volume with said Kiddush fluid; and (c) at least one tampering reporting mechanism for disqualifying the Kiddush cup assembly when tampered.

2. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 1, wherein a bottom of said container is detatchably attached to a top section of said Kiddush cup, thereby serving as said first cover.

3. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 2, wherein said bottom of said container is detatchably attached to an inner surface of said top section of said Kiddush cup.

4. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 2, wherein said bottom of said container is detatchably attached to an outer surface of said top section of said Kiddush cup.

5. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 1, wherein a top of said container is detatchably attached to a bottom section of said Kiddush cup, thereby serving as said first cover.

6. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 5, wherein said top of said container is detatchably attached to an inner surface of said bottom section of said Kiddush cup.

7. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 5, wherein said top of said container is detatchably attached to an outer surface of said bottom section of said Kiddush cup.

8. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 1, further comprising a first sealing mechanism for creating a fluid tight seal between said Kiddush cup and said first cover.

9. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 8, wherein said first sealing mechanism is in part in association with said inner or said outer top section of said Kiddush cup and in part with said first cover.

10. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 1, further comprising a biasing mechanism for biasing said first cover against said Kiddush cup.

11. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 10, wherein said side wall of said Kiddush cup comprises a circumferential recess below said lip and said first cover comprising a compatible circumferential protrusion.

12. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 2, wherein said Kiddush cup and said container are detachably attached through a snap-fit mechanism.

13. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 2, wherein said Kiddush cup and said container are detachably attached through a threaded connection positioned under and removed from said lip.

14. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 1, wherein said first cover forms a part of said container.

15. The Kiddush cup assembly of claim 1, wherein said second cover is fabricated from a material comprising a plastic or metal foil.

16. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 1, wherein said side wall of said Kiddush cup comprises a recess designed to accommodate and securely hold said first cover when attached.

17. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 1, wherein said at least one tampering mechanism forms a part of a packaging mechanism used to pack said Kiddush cup and said container.

18. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 1, wherein said inner volume of said Kiddush cup is greater than 86 ml.

19. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 1, wherein said inner volume of said Kiddush cup is between 86 ml-200 ml.

20. The Kiddush cup assembly according to claim 1, wherein said third volume is less than half of said second volume.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE SEVERAL VIEWS OF THE DRAWINGS

[0046] Some embodiments of the invention are herein described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying drawings. With specific reference now to the drawings in detail, it is stressed that the particulars shown are by way of example and for purposes of illustrative discussion of embodiments of the invention. In this regard, the description taken with the drawings makes apparent to those skilled in the art how embodiments of the invention may be practiced.

[0047] In the drawings:

[0048] FIG. 1 illustrates a chalice wine set according to prior art.

[0049] FIG. 2A illustrates a Kiddush cup assembly in its assembled state, according to embodiments of the invention.

[0050] FIG. 2B illustrates a Kiddush cup assembly in its non-assembled state, according to embodiments of the invention.

[0051] FIG. 3 illustrates a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0052] FIG. 4 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0053] FIG. 5 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0054] FIG. 6A illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0055] FIG. 6B illustrates a magnified view of attachment of cover to the Kiddush cup.

[0056] FIG. 7 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0057] FIG. 8A illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0058] FIG. 8B illustrates a magnified view of attachment of cover to the Kiddush cup.

[0059] FIG. 9A illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0060] FIG. 9B illustrates a magnified view of attachment of cover to the Kiddush cup.

[0061] FIG. 10 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0062] FIG. 11 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

[0063] FIG. 12 illustrates a cross-sectional view of a Kiddush cup assembly according to embodiments of the invention.

DESCRIPTION OF SPECIFIC EMBODIMENTS OF THE INVENTION

[0064] The present invention, in some embodiments thereof, relates to a Kiddush cup assembly. More particularly, the Kiddush cup assembly includes a cup pre-filled with Kiddush fluid and a container pre-filled with the identical Kiddush fluid. The combined volume of Kiddush fluid in the Kiddush cup and in the container is sufficient to fill the Kiddush cup to overflowing.

[0065] Before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not necessarily limited in its application to the details set forth in the following description. The invention is capable of other embodiments or of being practiced or carried out in various ways.

[0066] The pre-filled Kiddush cup assembly provides a solution to the problem of providing a fully-filled Kiddush cup, which complies with the applicable religious requirements. In addition, the pre-filled Kiddush cup assembly provides a solution to the problem of providing a plurality of pre-filled Kiddush cups in a convenient manner, whilst minimizing spillage. This is especially relevant for high-attendance religious functions in which many people are required to make the Kiddush sanctification of wine. The pre-filled Kiddush cup assembly is also relevant for the Jewish traveler, travelling over the Sabbath. The pre-filled Kiddush cup assembly disclosed herein would render redundant the need to travel with a bottle of Kosher wine, which is both cumbersome and wasteful.

[0067] The pre-filled Kiddush cup assemblies may include the Kiddush cup and container, wherein all its components are assembled, or it may include the components or some of the components as separate parts, optionally with instructions of how to assemble the components together, and where applicable, how to disassemble the components in order to allow easy access for cleaning the Kiddush cup and for pouring Kiddush fluid from container to Kiddush cup. In some embodiments the assemblies may include the text of the Kiddush blessing over the wine. Each assembly may be packaged in a single packaging. Alternatively, a packaging may comprise a plurality of assembliese.g. 10. 20, 50, 100 or more.

[0068] For purposes of better understanding some embodiments of the present invention, as illustrated in FIGS. 2A-12 of the drawings, reference is first made to the construction and operation of a known wine set which is commercially availablewww(dot)amazon(dot)com/Truevine-chalice-Prefilled-Communion-Wafer/dp/B08DL958FZ and is illustrated in FIG. 1.

[0069] The prior art chalice wine set 10 comprises a cup 12 having an inner volume containing a volume of grape juice 14. The cup 12 is detachably attached to container 18 via a connecting means 16. The container comprises wafer 20. Both cup 12 and container 18 are sealed with respective pull tab 22.

[0070] FIGS. 2A and 2B illustrates an exemplary Kiddush cup assembly 30 according to embodiments of the invention which is based on prior art wine set 10. Kiddush cup assembly 30 comprises Kiddush cup 32 which contains Kiddush fluid 34. Kiddush cup 32 is covered and preferably sealed with cover 46 which is configured to avoid damaging the lip of Kiddush cup 32 during removal or re-application. Kiddush cup 32 is not fully filled with Kiddush fluid 34, (e.g. not more than three quarters full) such that upon opening cover 46, spillage of Kiddush fluid 34 is avoided. Typically, the volume of Kiddush fluid 34 is more than half the volume of Kiddush cup 32. In addition, Kiddush cup assembly 30 comprises container 38 which contains Kiddush fluid 40. Kiddush fluid 34 and Kiddush fluid 40 are of the same identity. The amount of Kiddush fluid 40 is such that the combined volume of Kiddush fluid 34 and Kiddush fluid 40 is greater than the inner volume of Kiddush cup 32. Container 38 is covered and optionally sealed with cover 42, which may comprise a pull tab 42. FIG. 2A illustrates the Kiddush cup assembly 30 in its assembled state, wherein Kiddush cup 32 is detachably attached to container 38 via attachment means comprising threading 48 and compatible threading 50, which may be seen in FIG. 2B. Seal 36 may cover the attachment site. Prior to use, Kiddush cup 32 is disassembled from container 38. Kiddush fluid 40 is poured into Kiddush cup 34 until Kiddush fluid reaches the top lip or even to an overflowing state. FIG. 2B illustrates Kiddush cup assembly 30 in its disassembled state, wherein Kiddush cup 32 is detached from container 38. Internal surface of Kiddush cup 32 may comprise internal threading 48 and outer surface of container 38 may comprise compatible threading 50 such that components of the assembly can be assembled and/or disassembled. Kiddush cup assembly 30 further comprises tampering reporting mechanism 44. A portion of tampering reporting mechanism 44 is evident as a distinct ring in FIG. 2B on container 38. It will be appreciated that tampering reporting mechanism 44 may also be on Kiddush cup 32. The ring may be part of a plastic or metal seal 36. The ring may be made from the same material as the seal 36, e.g. a thin plastic or metal. The ring is located around the perimeter of the seal 36, forming a complete circle that is attached to the seal 36 during manufacturing. The ring is initially connected to one side of seal 36 via perforations 54 that allow easy removal by the consumer. When the consumer detaches Kiddush cup 32 from container 38 by twisting, the ring detaches providing a clear visual indication that the Kiddush cup 32 has been disassembled from the container 38. The detached ring may be brightly colored and may have printed text or graphics indicating that the product should not be consumed if the seal is broken or missing. This serves as a warning to the consumer to ensure the integrity of the Kiddush cup assembly.

[0071] Additional tampering reporting mechanisms are illustrated in FIGS. 3-12, and are further described below.

[0072] Table 1 summarizes the difference between Kiddush cup assembly 30 and Chalice Wine set 10.

TABLE-US-00001 TABLE 1 Kiddush cup Assembly Chalice Wine set Contents of Kiddush fluid wafer container Cover of wine cup Avoids damage to Damages lip of cup lip of cup Use Conforms to religious Does not conform requirements of Kiddush to religious requirements of Kiddush

[0073] The term Kiddush fluid as used herein, refers to Kosher wine or grape juice.

[0074] The term Kiddush cup, as used herein, refers to a vessel having any form and design as customary drinking vessels known in the art such as glasses and cups, having a bottom end surface, a peripheral sidewall and a top end opening. In one embodiment, the Kiddush cup is used when making a blessing over wine sanctifying the Sabbath and Jewish Holidays. In another embodiment, the Kiddush cup is used when saying a blessing after a meal on the Sabbath or Jewish Holiday (known as Kos Shel beracha).

[0075] In one embodiment, the Kiddush cups is symmetrical about an axis. In another embodiment, the Kiddush cups is not symmetrical about an axis.

[0076] The volume of the Kiddush cup is compatible with religious requirements for the Kiddush ceremony. Without being limited thereto 80 ml, 100 ml, 200 ml, 330 ml 500 ml and 1000 ml are typical volumes for this purpose. In some embodiments, the volume of the Kiddush cup is between 80 ml and 300 ml, 90-200 ml, in some embodiments at least 86 ml, which is the traditional volume range for a Kiddush sanctification of wine. In one embodiment, the Kiddush cup has a top lip which defines the top end opening. Preferably, the lip has a thickness greater than the adjacent peripheral sidewall.

[0077] Typically, the Kiddush cup is held by the thumb and the index finger therefore, in order to accommodate a thumb and an index finger of the majority of the population the vertical length of the peripheral sidewall of Kiddush cup which needs to be accessible and exposed for holding it should be at least 2 cm. In some embodiments the aforementioned vertical length is at least 3, 4, or 5 cm. in some embodiments the aforementioned vertical length is 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8 cm.

[0078] The Kiddush cup may be of any shape, including for example, pear-shaped, bell-shaped, tulip shaped. According to some embodiments, the top end opening of Kiddush cup is round. The top end opening of the Kiddush cup is typically the widest outer periphery of the Kiddush cup. However, in some embodiments the Kiddush cup may be designed such that the sidewall comprises a diameter wider than the diameter of the top opening of the beverage container. For example, in embodiments where the sidewall has a convex outer surface, then the top opening can be narrower than the periphery of the convex section. An example of such a design is a bell shaped (or pear shaped) glass wine where the widest outer periphery is closer to the bottom end surface of the cup. The outer surface of the Kiddush cup may be decorated with ornamentals and writings.

[0079] The Kiddush cup may be combined with a base including a stem and flat bottom, resulting in a product resembling a common Kiddush cup as illustrated for example in FIGS. 3-12.

[0080] In one embodiment, the Kiddush cup is adapted to receive a base. The base may include a flat bottom and a stem between the flat bottom and the Kiddush cup. Thus, the stem longitudinally extends downward from the bottom and connects to the base. The base may assist in stabilizing the cup and/or adding to aesthetic appeal. The base may be mechanically fastened or glued to the cup. The cup and base may be supplied in separate pieces (e.g. two or three), for assembly prior to Kiddush fluid consumption. Supply of the vessels separated from their corresponding bases may reduce bulk during transport and storage. Alternatively, the base may be integrated as part of the Kiddush cup, in a single piece.

[0081] In certain embodiments, the Kiddush cup is not connected to a separate base. The Kiddush cup may, for example, have a flat bottom which stabilises the Kiddush cup on flat surfaces (see for example FIG. 2B).

[0082] The Kiddush cup can be made from any customary material known to the person versed in the art such as of recycled material, cellulosic material, plastic, metal and glass or a combination thereof. Preferably, the Kiddush cup is made from a material that can be reused (e.g. at least one more time). In one embodiment, the Kiddush cup is fabricated from single-ply paper, double-walled paper, plastic such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS). In one embodiment, the Kiddush cup is made from a biodegradable and/or compostable material such as polylactic acid (PLA), bagasse, paperboard with PLA lining.

[0083] The Kiddush cup is covered with a cover to ensure that the Kiddush fluid is sealed within. Furthermore, the Kiddush cup cover is configured such that it does not damage the top lip of the Kiddush cup when removed or when replaced. This is to ensure that the Kiddush cup fulfils the applicable religious requirements. In one embodiment, once removed, it may be used to re-cover (and optionally reseal) the Kiddush cup. Thus, in one embodiment, the cover is reversibly attached to the Kiddush cup and may be reused to cover/uncover the Kiddush cup on a plurality of occasions. The Kiddush cup cover is configured such that it does not damage the top lip of the Kiddush cup during unsealing (and optionally resealing). In one embodiment, the cover is made from a material that does not damage the top lip of the Kiddush cup. In another embodiment, the cover is not stuck (e.g. using an adhesive) to the Kiddush cup. Exemplary Kiddush cup covers configured such that they do not damage the top lip of the Kiddush cup are illustrated in FIGS. 4-12 and are further described herein below.

[0084] In one embodiment, the container is fabricated from the same material as the Kiddush cup. In another embodiment, the container is fabricated from a different material than the Kiddush cup. In one embodiment, the container comprises a smaller volume of Kiddush fluid than the Kiddush cup contains. For example, the container may comprise less than three quarters or less than half the volume of Kiddush fluid in the Kiddush cup. The fluid in the container serves as a top-up to the Kiddush fluid comprised in the Kiddush cup.

[0085] The container is covered with a cover to ensure that the Kiddush fluid is sealed within. Any type of cover is contemplated as long as the fluid is sealed within the containere.g. a plastic or metal screw cap, a cork, a rubber stopper, a foil, a plastic film, a plastic snap-on cap etc. The cover of the container can be attached directly to the top lip of the container (e.g. using an adhesive).

[0086] As mentioned, the Kiddush cup assembly described herein comprises at least one tampering reporting for disqualifying the Kiddush cup assembly when tampered.

[0087] In one embodiment, the tampering reporting mechanism is designed to provide visible evidence of whether either the Kiddush cup has been opened and/or the container has been opened. Exemplary tampering reporting mechanisms of this type are illustrated in FIGS. 2A-B and 4-12.

[0088] In another embodiment, the tampering reporting mechanism is designed to provide evidence that the packaging holding the Kiddush cup has been opened.

[0089] Reference is now made to FIG. 3 showing an exemplary Kiddush cup assembly 100 comprising a tampering reporting mechanism 120 on packaging 118. Reporting mechanism 120 provides evidence that the packaging 118 has been opened. In one embodiment, packaging 118 comprises components of a single Kiddush cup assembly. In another embodiment, packaging 118 comprises components for a plurality of Kiddush cup assemblies (e.g. 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100 or more).

[0090] Kiddush cup assembly 100 comprises Kiddush cup 102 prefilled with Kiddush fluid 104. Kiddush cup 102 is covered with cover 106, configured to not damage the top lip of the Kiddush cup upon removal. In one embodiment, cover 106 does not directly contact the lip of Kiddush cup 102. Kiddush cup 102 comprises a stem 114 and a base 116, the stem longitudinally extending downward from the bottom of Kiddush cup 102 and connecting to base 116. Container 108 is prefilled with Kiddush fluid 110 and covered with cover 112. In this exemplary embodiment, both Kiddush cup 102 and container 108 comprise ornamental 122 (for example an engraving).

[0091] Reference is now made to FIGS. 4-12, each showing different methods of attaching the Kiddush cup to the container in the assemblies.

[0092] Kiddush cup 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702, 802, 902 and 1002 are each prefilled with Kiddush fluid 204, 304, 404, 504, 604, 704, 804, 904 and 1004, respectively. Kiddush cup 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702, 802, 902 and 1002 is covered with cover 206, 306, 406, 506, 606, 706, 806, 906 and 1006 respectively configured to not damage top lip 222, 322, 422, 522, 622, 722, 822, 922 and 1022 of the Kiddush cup upon removal. In one embodiment, cover 206, 306, 406, 506, 606, 706, 806, 906 and 1006 does not directly contact the lip of Kiddush cup 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702, 802, 902 and 1002, respectively. Kiddush cup 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702, 802, 902 and 1002 comprises a stein 214, 314, 414, 514, 614, 714, 814, 914 and 1014 and a base 216, 316, 416, 516, 616, 716, 816, 916 and 1016, the stem longitudinally extending downward from the bottom of Kiddush cup 202, 302, 402, 502, 602, 702, 802, 902 and 1002 and connecting to base 216, 316, 416, 516, 616, 716, 816, 916 and 1016, respectively. Container 208, 308, 408, 508, 608, 708, 808, 908, 1008 is prefilled with Kiddush fluid 210, 310, 410, 510, 610, 710, 810, 910 and 1010 and covered with cover 312, 412, 512, 612, 712, 812, 912, 1012, respectively.

[0093] Kiddush cup assemblies presented in FIGS. 4-12 will now be described on an individual basis in further detail. It will be appreciated that the present inventors contemplate additional assemblies including different attachment means and different scaling means other than those described therein and reference to them in each of these figures should not be considered as limiting.

[0094] Reference is now made to FIG. 4 showing Kiddush cup assembly 200. Top lip 222 of Kiddush cup 202 is covered and sealed using a sealing plate 224 which seals the cup 202 and prevents leakage of Kiddush fluid 204. Sealing plate 224 is typically made from a flexible material such as rubber or silicone that seals the cup 202, without damaging top lip 222. Sealing plate 224 may act to cushion top lip 22. Sealing plate 222 is pressed onto and over the mouth of Kiddush cup 202 with cover 206. Cover 206 comprises threading 220 on inner-facing surface which screws into compatible threading 218 on the external or metal. Threading 218 is positioned below top lip 222, such that when Kiddush cup 202 is covered, top lip 222 is protected. Kiddush cup assembly 200 comprises Kiddush cup 202 and container 208, as separate non-attached components.

[0095] Reference is now made to FIG. 5 showing Kiddush cup assembly 300. Top lip 322 of Kiddush cup 302 is covered with cover 306 which may or may not be in direct physical contact with Kiddush cup 302. In one embodiment, cover 306 is not glued on to top lip 322. Kiddush cup 302 is sealed using an O-ring 324 which is positioned below top lip 322. O-ring 324 is made from a flexible materiale.g. rubber or silicone. Cover 306 comprises threading 320 on inner-facing surface which screws into compatible threading 318 on the external surface of the cup 202. Threading 218 is positioned below top lip 222, such that when Kiddush cup 202 is covered, top lip 222 is protected. Kiddush cup assembly 200 comprises Kiddush cup 202 loosely attached to container 208 via base 316 (e.g. via an adhesive).

[0096] Reference is now made to FIG. 6A showing Kiddush cup assembly 400. Top lip 422 of Kiddush cup 402 is covered with cover 406. Kiddush cup 402 is sealed using O-ring 424 which is positioned above and in contact with top lip 422. FIG. 6B is a blow-up of a section of FIG. 6A, showing how cover 406 attaches to Kiddush cup 400. Cover 406 comprises threading 420 on inner-facing surface which screws into compatible threading 418 on the external surface of Kiddush cup 402. Threading 418 is positioned below top lip 422, such that when Kiddush cup 402 is covered, top lip 422 is protected. Kiddush cup assembly 200 comprises Kiddush cup 402 loosely (e.g. using an adhesive) attached to container 408, via respective covers 406 and 412. Presence of intact tampering reporting mechanism 426 indicates that the assembly has not been tampered with. Absence of (or damage to) tampering reporting mechanism 426 indicates that the assembly has been tampered with. Although not illustrated in each of FIGS. 4, 5 and 7, it will be appreciated that this type of tampering mechanism is contemplated for any of the Kiddush cup assemblies described herein.

[0097] Reference is now made to FIG. 7 showing Kiddush cup assembly 500. Top lip 522 of Kiddush cup 502 is covered with cover 506 which may also serve as a base for container 508. Kiddush cup assembly may further comprise support plate 526 which is placed underneath container 508. Typically, support plate 526 is made from a flexible or cushioning material so as to avoid harming top lip 522. Kiddush cup 502 is sealed using an O-ring 524 which is positioned below top lip 522 and above threading 518 and 520. Cover 506 comprises threading 520 on inner-facing surface which screws into compatible threading 518 on the external surface of Kiddush cup 502. Threading 518 is positioned below top lip 522, such that when Kiddush cup 502 is covered, top lip 522 is protected. Kiddush cup assembly 200 comprises Kiddush cup 502 which is firmly attached to container 508 via screwing via compatible threading 518 and 520.

[0098] Reference is now made to FIG. 8A showing Kiddush cup assembly 600. Top lip 622 of Kiddush cup 602 is covered with cover 606 and sealed using O-ring 624 which fits into a slot/indentation 618 on side wall of Kiddush cup 602. O-ring 624 seals Kiddush cup 602 and prevents leakage of Kiddush fluid 604. Support plate 620 is attached to a biasing element which biases O-ring 624 and presses it into slot 618. Slot 618 is positioned below top lip 622. Top lip 622 may be in direct contact with a support 620 (e.g. flexible support) which supports the weight of container 608 and optionally serves as a lip protecting element. FIG. 8B is a blow-up of a section of FIG. 8A, showing how the O-ring 624 is biased against Kiddush cup 602 via biasing element 628. Presence of intact tampering reporting mechanism 626 indicates that the assembly has not been tampered with. Absence of (or damage to) tampering reporting mechanism 626 indicates that the assembly has been tampered with.

[0099] Reference is now made to FIG. 9A showing Kiddush cup assembly 700. Top lip 722 of Kiddush cup 702 is covered with cover 706 and sealed using a clicking mechanism comprising protrusion 724 which fits into a slot 718 on the side wall of Kiddush cup 702. Sealing plate 720 seals Kiddush cup 702 and prevents leakage of Kiddush fluid 704. Sealing plate 720 is typically made from a flexible material such as rubber or silicone that seals the cup 702, without damaging top lip 722. In some embodiment, sealing plate 720 cushions top lip 722. Sealing plate 720 is biased against the mouth of Kiddush cup 702 by container 708. Top lip 722 may be in direct contact with a support 720 (e.g. flexible support) which supports the weight of container 708 and optionally serves as a lip protecting element. FIG. 9B is a blow-up of a section of FIG. 9A, showing how protrusion 724 of lip protecting element 728 slots into ridge/slot 718 positioned below top lip 722 of Kiddush cup 702. Presence of intact tampering reporting mechanism 726 indicates that the assembly has not been tampered with. Absence or damage to tampering reporting mechanism 726 indicates that the assembly has been tampered with.

[0100] Reference is now made to FIG. 10 showing Kiddush cup assembly 800. Top lip 822 of Kiddush cup 802 is protected by lip protecting element 828. Cover 806 comprises threading 820 on outer surface which screws into compatible threading 818 on an internal surface of Kiddush cup 802. Preferably, cover 806 is fabricated from a non-flexible material, e.g. plastic or metal. Cover 806 further serves as a supporting element for container 808. In another embodiment, cover 806 has a depth and a hollow in which Kiddush fluid 810 is stored. O-ring 824 seals Kiddush cup 802 and prevents leakage of Kiddush fluid 804.

[0101] Reference is now made to FIG. 11 showing Kiddush cup assembly 900. Top lip 922 of Kiddush cup 902 is protected by lip protecting element 928. Cover 906 comprises threading 920 on outer surface which screws into compatible threading 918 on an internal surface of Kiddush cup 902. Preferably, cover 906 is fabricated from a non-flexible material, e.g. plastic or metal. Cover 906 further serves as a supporting element for container 908. In another embodiment, cover 906 has a depth and a hollow in which Kiddush fluid 910 is stored. O-ring 924 seals cup 902 and prevents leakage of Kiddush fluid 904 by sealing between lip-protecting element 928 and container 908.

[0102] Reference is now made to FIG. 12 showing Kiddush cup assembly 1000. Top lip 1022 of Kiddush cup 1002 is protected by lip protecting element 1028. Cover 1006 comprises threading 1020 on outer surface which screws into compatible threading 1018 on an internal surface of Kiddush cup 1002. Preferably, cover 1006 is fabricated from a non-flexible material, e.g. plastic or metal. Cover 1006 further serves as a supporting element for container 1008. In another embodiment, cover 1006 has a depth and a hollow in which Kiddush fluid 1010 is stored. O-ring 1024 is positioned upon lip protecting element 1028, preventing leakage of Kiddush fluid 1004 by sealing between lip-protecting element 1028 and lip protecting element 1008. Presence of intact tampering reporting mechanism 1026 indicates that the assembly has not been tampered with. Absence or damage to tampering reporting mechanism 1026 indicates that the assembly has been tampered with.

[0103] As used herein the term about refers to 10%.

[0104] The terms comprises, comprising, includes, including, having and their conjugates mean including but not limited to.

[0105] The term consisting of means including and limited to.

[0106] The term consisting essentially of means that the composition, method or structure may include additional ingredients, steps and/or parts, but only if the additional ingredients, steps and/or parts do not materially alter the basic and novel characteristics of the claimed composition, method or structure.

[0107] As used herein, the singular form a, an and the include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. For example, the term a compound or at least one compound may include a plurality of compounds, including mixtures thereof.

[0108] Throughout this application, various embodiments of this invention may be presented in a range format. It should be understood that the description in range format is merely for convenience and brevity and should not be construed as an inflexible limitation on the scope of the invention. Accordingly, the description of a range should be considered to have specifically disclosed all the possible subranges as well as individual numerical values within that range. For example, description of a range such as from 1 to 6 should be considered to have specifically disclosed subranges such as from 1 to 3, from 1 to 4, from 1 to 5, from 2 to 4, from 2 to 6, from 3 to 6 etc., as well as individual numbers within that range, for example, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. This applies regardless of the breadth of the range.

[0109] Whenever a numerical range is indicated herein, it is meant to include any cited numeral (fractional or integral) within the indicated range. The phrases ranging/ranges between a first indicate number and a second indicate number and ranging/ranges from a first indicate number to a second indicate number are used herein interchangeably and are meant to include the first and second indicated numbers and all the fractional and integral numerals therebetween.

[0110] As used herein the term method refers to manners, means, techniques and procedures for accomplishing a given task including, but not limited to, those manners, means, techniques and procedures either known to, or readily developed from known manners, means, techniques and procedures by practitioners of the chemical, pharmacological, biological, biochemical and medical arts.

[0111] It is appreciated that certain features of the invention, which are, for clarity, described in the context of separate embodiments, may also be provided in combination in a single embodiment. Conversely, various features of the invention, which are, for brevity, described in the context of a single embodiment, may also be provided separately or in any suitable subcombination or as suitable in any other described embodiment of the invention. Certain features described in the context of various embodiments are not to be considered essential features of those embodiments, unless the embodiment is inoperative without those elements.

[0112] While the present invention has been described with reference to specific embodiments, it will be appreciated that various modifications and changes could be made without departing from the scope of the invention.

[0113] It is the intent of the applicant(s) that all publications, patents and patent applications referred to in this specification are to be incorporated in their entirety by reference into the specification, as if each individual publication, patent or patent application was specifically and individually noted when referenced that it is to be incorporated herein by reference. In addition, citation or identification of any reference in this application shall not be construed as an admission that such reference is available as prior art to the present invention. To the extent that section headings are used, they should not be construed as necessarily limiting. In addition, any priority document(s) of this application is/are hereby incorporated herein by reference in its/their entirety