Abstract: An protein-polysaccharide macromolecular complex article of manufacture containing encapsulated ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits serving as an entertaining and novel non-beverage method of consuming alcohol. The article of manufacture encapsulates ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits in the amorphous regions of the complex macromolecular structure releasing it only upon chewing and exposure to the environment of the oral cavity. The article of manufacture is stable and capable of retaining shape and form for extended periods of time at ambient temperature allowing for relatively low-cost commercial manufacture and distribution.

Abstract: An protein-polysaccharide macromolecular complex article of manufacture containing encapsulated ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits serving as an entertaining and novel non-beverage method of consuming alcohol. The article of manufacture encapsulates ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits in the amorphous regions of the complex macromolecular structure releasing it only upon chewing and exposure to the environment of the oral cavity. The article of manufacture is stable and capable of retaining shape and form for extended periods of time at ambient temperature allowing for relatively low-cost commercial manufacture and distribution.

Abstract: A consumable macromolecular article of manufacture formed by the complexation of protein and polysaccharide polymers stabilized by chemical crosslinking and subsequently cast and molded into macrocapsules of at least 1 mm in diameter. The resulting macrocapsules are a highly versatile delivery product capable of encapsulating and stably retaining a wide range of active ingredients, both liquids and solids, in the amorphous regions of the complexed and crosslinked macromolecular structure, and releasing such active ingredients only upon chewing and/or upon exposure to the digestive environment. Dissimilar layers may be utilized to combine multiple active ingredients and/or control the active ingredient release profiles. The article of manufacture is thermally stable and structurally robust providing relatively low-cost commercial manufacture and distribution and exhibiting a texture and consistency that is organolepically pleasing.

Abstract: An protein-polysaccharide macromolecular complex article of manufacture containing encapsulated ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits serving as an entertaining and novel non-beverage method of consuming alcohol. The article of manufacture encapsulates ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits in the amorphous regions of the complex macromolecular structure releasing it only upon chewing and exposure to the environment of the oral cavity. The article of manufacture is stable and capable of retaining shape and form for extended periods of time at ambient temperature allowing for relatively low-cost commercial manufacture and distribution.

Abstract: A consumable macromolecular article of manufacture formed by the complexation of protein and polysaccharide polymers stabilized by chemical or physical crosslinking and subsequently cast and molded into macrocapsules of at least 1 mm in diameter. The resulting macrocapsules are a highly versatile delivery product capable of encapsulating and stably retaining a wide range of active ingredients, both liquids and solids, in the amorphous regions of the complexed and crosslinked macromolecular structure, and releasing such active ingredients only upon chewing and/or upon exposure to the digestive environment. Dissimilar layers may be utilized to combine multiple active ingredients and/or control the active ingredient release profiles. The article of manufacture is thermally stable and structurally robust providing relatively low-cost commercial manufacture and distribution and exhibiting a texture and consistency that is organolepically pleasing.

Abstract: An protein-polysaccharide macromolecular complex article of manufacture containing encapsulated ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits serving as an entertaining and novel non-beverage method of consuming alcohol. The article of manufacture encapsulates ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits in the amorphous regions of the complex macromolecular structure releasing it only upon chewing and exposure to the environment of the oral cavity. The article of manufacture is stable and capable of retaining shape and form for extended periods of time at ambient temperature allowing for relatively low-cost commercial manufacture and distribution.

Abstract: A process of manufacturing a protein-polysaccharide macromolecular complex product containing encapsulated ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits serving to serve as an entertaining and novel non-beverage method of consuming alcohol. The process encapsulates ethyl alcohol and/or other spirits in the amorphous regions of a complex macromolecular structure releasing it only upon chewing and exposure to the environment of the oral cavity. The resulting product is stable and capable of retaining shape and form for extended periods of time at ambient temperature allowing for relatively low-cost commercial manufacture and distribution.