Abstract: An implement for making a beverage by infusion is described. The implement has an encapsulated precursor portion and a handle portion and can be used to make beverages with hot or cold solvents. The area of the implement that contains the beverage precursor has a defined size to maximize infusion in five (5) minutes or less.

Abstract: Fresh flavor is delivered to an on-premise beverage at the point of dispense. Flavor compounds are incorporated in a separate component and then the separated flavor component is mixed with other beverage components at the time of dispense. More specifically, tea flavor compounds are incorporated in a separate sweetener component and then the tea flavor/sweetener component is mixed with other iced tea beverage components at the time of dispense.

Abstract: This invention is directed to infusible and/or water soluble material in combination with aroma compounds. The aroma compounds may be carried by a carrier compound and added to a less than conventional amount of infusible and water soluble material to make a beverage precursor. Suitable to be used to make a good tasting beverage.