Abstract: A capsule, a system and a use of the system for preparing double beverages like a double espresso, a double lungo and a double ristretto are provided. With the capsule, system and use, a high quality double espresso, double lungo and double ristretto can be brewed in an on demand apparatus. The capsule has a shape and configuration which is easily acceptable for the average user whereas the brew which is obtainable with the capsule meets high quality standards. To that effect, the capsule has a frusto-conical capsule body with a radial flange at one end, a foil lid closing off the body and connected to the flange, and a coffee bed which is accommodated in the internal space bounded by the capsule body and the foil lid and which has a weight of 9-13 g and a (height)/(maximum width) ratio within the range of 0.9-1.2.

Abstract: The present invention provides a system, pod and method for preparing a beverage containing extract from a water infusible ingredient and, in one preferred embodiment, provides: a system for preparing a beverage comprising: at least one compartment defining a storage volume for containing, or for receiving a pod containing, an extraction ingredient of roast and ground coffee for forming a beverage; and one or more jetting apertures arranged for jetting in use a liquid into the at least one compartment, wherein: the system operates in use at a pressure of less than 8.5×105 Pa (8.5 bar); at least one of the one or more jetting apertures delivers in use a jet of liquid which impacts the extraction ingredient of roast and ground coffee at a speed in the range of 15 to 500×10?2 m/s (15 to 500 cm/s); and the one or more jetting apertures comprise a total cross sectional area less than 16×10?6 m2 (16 mm2).