Abstract: Disclosed is blended tea brewed by using two or more kinds of tea. The blended tea is brewed by adding one or more kinds of other tea leaves totally accounting for 30% to 45% in parts, on the basis of a kind of tea leaves accounting for 55% to 70% in parts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for coating the head of a lollipop with a coating material.

Abstract: An assembly and method for uniform decoration of the sidewall for foodstuff coats a sidewall of a baked foodstuff, such as a cake, with a plurality of decorative granular members, while restricting coating the top region of the baked foodstuff with the decorative granular members. A spray gun variably coats the foodstuff with decorative granular members at controllable rates of discharge, while at least one shield blocks the decorative granular members from the top region of the foodstuff, such that only the sidewall is coated with decorative granular members. A fan generates air flow to blow the decorative granular members through a conduit in the housing, and out through an outlet. A screen positions coplanar and adjacent to the fan to prevent backflow of granular members into the fan. The at least one shield is rectangular or curved to accommodate a rectangular-shaped cake or a disc-shaped cake.

Abstract: A pastry bag includes: a container containing a creamy substance; a nozzle connected to the container; and an auxiliary member. The auxiliary member includes: a fixing portion fixed to the nozzle; and a positioning portion to be brought into contact with a creation surface on which a decoration is to be created.

Abstract: The present application relates to the field of confectionery jellies fortified with high concentrations of hydrophobic actives such as phytosterol esters, omega-3 fatty acids (i.e. combinations of DHA and EPA) and/or conjugated linoleic acid (CLA). The ingestible hydrophobic actives are incorporated at high levels by using two types of pectin; an emulsifying pectin and a gelling pectin, wherein the weight ratio of the hydrophobic active to emulsifying pectin ranges from about 5:1 to about 35:1.

Abstract: The invention refers to an alkali granulated additive for animal feed with high concentration of lysine, but especially low ammonium content.

Abstract: Methods for producing pet food from animals may utilize a multi-step process including a first processing system that may include at least a heating step through use of a steam jacketed tube system and a draining step to squeeze out the oils. Grinding and pre-breaking may first be used to break the fat/whole animal into pieces. The protein may be cooked in the first processing system, and a second processing system may cook the protein with hot water in the second heating step. The second processing system may wash impurities out of the protein and subject the protein to a high intensity flame that may burn off foreign matter, and/or microbes. The protein may be dried and may produce pet food for consumption by pets.

Abstract: A granulated phosphate composition that provides sufficient nutritional value as well as enhanced bioavailability of organic phosphorous present in a main feed ingredient. The granulated phosphate composition includes a phosphate source, such as monocalcium phosphate, mono-dicalcium phosphate, or dicalcium phosphate, and one or more feed enzymes such as phytase. When the phosphate composition is compounded and pelleted with a main feed ingredient into a feed pellet, and consumed by a non-ruminant, the phytase component of the phosphate composition liberates otherwise unavailable phosphorous present in the main feed ingredient.

Abstract: An edible dog chew includes a hollow cylindrical tube of edible plant or animal material, the hollow cylindrical tube knotted at both ends. A method is also provided.

Abstract: A method of producing a beverage base or a component for a beverage or a food, providing Greek yogurt acid whey which has been obtained by separating the whey from Greek yogurt during a manufacturing process for the Greek yogurt; removing from the acid whey particulate material having a particle size of greater than 10 ?m; filtering the whey, directly or indirectly thus obtained to remove from the whey any bacteria and germinated bacterial spores therein having a molecular mass of at least 10,000 Daltons, the filtering being through a filter having a pore size of no greater than 1 ?m; and filtering the whey, directly or indirectly thus obtained to remove from the whey any enzymes therein having a molecular mass of at least 1,000 Daltons, the filtering being through a filter having a pore size of no greater than 0.1 ?m.

Abstract: Pressurized non-dairy compositions that can be expelled from a pressurized container, typically through an actuator, into a beverage are described. Upon combining the non-dairy composition with the beverage, a portion of the non-dairy composition provides a stable foam on top of the beverage (“foaming”) and a portion of the non-dairy composition is mixed into and remains in the beverage (“creaming”).

Abstract: A system for the preparation of carbon-neutral carbonated beverages utilizing carbon-neutral carbon dioxide, comprising a storage vessel of pressurized (of at least about 120 psi) purified carbon dioxide, captured from ambient air or a mixture of ambient air with a minor proportion of flue gas effluent, by a process of adsorbing the carbon dioxide on a solid sorbent and separating and the carbon dioxide from the adsorbent using waste process heat, while regenerating the sorbent for further adsorption; a source of flowing potable aqueous liquid at a lower pressure than the storage vessel of carbon dioxide; a carbonator vessel in fluid flow connection with the source of flowing aqueous liquid and the storage vessel of pressurized, purified carbon dioxide, through suitable regulating valves to set the pressure in the carbonator dependent upon the temperature of the potable water; and dispensing means for passing carbonated liquid from the carbonator to a container for immediate consumption or to a sealed contain

Abstract: Coloring agents comprising carotenoid natural pigments in the form of solid particles being dispersed in an aqueous phase comprising polysorbate as a water-soluble emulsifier, use of the coloring agents, edible products comprising the coloring agents and a method for preparing the coloring agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pasteurization plant and a method of operating a pasteurization plant. During operation of the pasteurization plant, a tempered process liquid is applied to containers filled with food products in one or more treatment zone(s). At least a part of the process liquid is fed back to the treatment zone(s) for reuse in at least one recirculation loop. At least a partial quantity of a volumetric flow of the process liquid fed per unit of time via the at least one recirculation loop is diverted to create at least one partial flow, circulated through at least one cleaning device and then returned to a recirculation loop or a treatment zone again. The at least one cleaning device comprises a membrane filtration device and an ion exchange device.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of operating a pasteurization plant whereby containers filled with food products and closed are treated with a tempered aqueous process liquid in one or more treatment zone(s). At least a part of the process liquid is circulated around the treatment zone(s) for reuse in at least one recirculation loop. A partial quantity of the process liquid circulated in the at least one recirculation loop is removed and fed to a cleaning device comprising a membrane filtration device. A flow rate through the membrane filtration device is continuously monitored by means of a sensor device. A volumetric flow through the membrane filtration device is influenced by adjusting a flow regulating position of at least one adjustable flow regulating means. The at least one partial flow is then returned to a recirculation loop or a treatment zone again.

Abstract: The present invention describes a PEF (pulsed electric field) chamber, said PEF chamber 1 comprising a tube 2 with two open ends 3, 4 having attachment means 5, 6 enabling the PEF chamber 1 to be a plug-in device, wherein the tube 2 has a length L from one open end 3 to the other open end 4 and an inner width IW from one side of the tube to the other side of the tube in a cross section being perpendicular to the length L thereof, wherein the tube 2 has a geometrical narrowing of the inner width IW somewhere along the length L of the tube 2, and wherein the PEF chamber 1 comprises a grid 9 of an insulating material being arranged at the geometrical narrowing or electrode units 7, 8 being arranged opposite each other at the geometrical narrowing of the inner width IW along the length L of the tube 2. The plug-in feature of the present invention renders the PEF chamber to function as an 1 attachable and disposable PEF chamber.

Abstract: Systems, devices, and methods for substantially reducing surface contaminants of a food and inhibiting yeast, mold and bacteria growth in a food, beverage or food grade cosmetic preparation comprising a substantially transparent and odorless solution made from a plurality of substantially organic compounds selected from: citric acid, sodium citrate, vegetable glycerin sea salt, potassium sorbate, decyl glucoside, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, calcium ascorbate, grapefruit seed extract, Quillaja Saponin, Lauryl Glucoside, calcium carbonate, ascorbic acid, sodium percarbonate and sodium bisulfate, and an applicator for applying the solution to the food substance.

Abstract: The vacuum valve structure of a vacuum dryer includes: a connection pipe selectively attached to or detached from an outlet of the dryer or an inlet of a vacuum pump for absorbing an evaporation material within the dryer and having a valve; and a transfer pipe having one side coupled to the connection pipe and having the other side opposite thereto and coupled to any one to which the connection pipe is not coupled among the outlet and the inlet and that transfers an evaporation material within the dryer to the pump.

Abstract: A coffeemaker generally includes a reservoir and a flow control system for regulating a flow of water from the reservoir. The flow control system has a thin-film heating element that defines at least a portion of a heating conduit in which water is heated.

Abstract: Methods for treating animal carcasses prior to processing for meat consumption include applying acoustic pressure shock waves to an animal carcass to reduce contaminants on the carcass for improved safety when distributed as meat.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing a pea extract comprising fibres, the process comprising the following steps: (a) bringing shelled peas into contact with an aqueous solution in order to form an aqueous composition comprising peas; (b) leaving the peas to hydrate in said aqueous composition for at least 30 minutes and at most 15 hours; (c) grinding said peas in order to as a result obtain ground peas; and (d) fractionating said ground peas in order to obtain at least one pea extract comprising fibres. The invention also relates to a pea extract that can be obtained according to the process of the invention. The invention also relates to an edible composition comprising the pea extract according to the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for cooking a chicken with an overcooked rice crust. The method may include a pre-processing step of thoroughly removing the contents and the blood from a raw chicken; a chicken-seasoning step of soaking the pre-processed chicken in mixed water of clean water and a salting agent for seasoning the chicken for a certain period of time; a high-temperature cooking step of filling the inside the belly of the salted chicken with glutinous rice and Angelica gigas and roasting the chicken with oak firewood and oak-wood charcoal; and an overcooked rice crust cooking step of flatly pushing and laying the glutinous rice, boiled within the belly of the chicken, on agalmatolite with a high-heat maintenance rate, laying the chicken on the said glutinous rice, and cooking in such a manner of making a gratine of overcooked rice crust at a high temperature.

Abstract: A kit for preparing an egg-based meal includes a package having a first compartment and a second compartment. The first compartment is isolated from the second compartment. A pre-beaten egg ingredient is disposed within the first compartment and a non-egg ingredient is disposed within the second compartment. At least one sealing element is removably coupled to the package to seal the first compartment and the second compartment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for preparing a potato product for finish-frying, a processing line therefor and a potato product for finish-frying. The method according to the invention includes the steps of: —supplying a quantity of potatoes of a potato variety with an underwater weight equal to or lower than 300 g/5 kg; —washing, peeling and cutting the supplied potatoes to form a basic potato product; —blanching the basic potato product to form a blanched potato product; —drying the blanched potato product; —applying a coating to the blanched and dried potato product to form a coated potato product; and —pre-frying the coated potato product to form a pre-fried potato product, wherein the steps provide a potato product, the energetic value of which is lower than 190 kCal/100 g after finish-frying.

Abstract: A blended sweetener mixture that includes multiple high-intensity sweeteners, optionally combined with one or more bulk sweeteners such as sugar. Combining multiple high-intensity sweeteners creates synergistic effects on taste, while limiting the toxicity from any one ingredient. Mixtures of three or more high-intensity sweeteners may limit the sweetness contribution of any single ingredient to no more than 80% of the total sweetness of the mixture, and limit the sweetness contribution of any two ingredients to no more than 90% of the total sweetness of the mixture. Illustrative high-intensity sweeteners used in embodiments may include for example stevia, sucralose, neotame, and acesulfame potassium; illustrative bulk sweeteners may include for example bulk sugar, bulk powdered or agglomerated sugar, and bulk erythritol.

Abstract: The invention describes compositions comprising glycosylated mogroside(s) or glycosylated swingle extracts and methods of enhancing the mouthfeel, sweetness or flavor of consumable products.

Abstract: Food or beverages prepared using 1,3-propanediol have shown to have modified flavor profiles, including modified flavor release, relative to an otherwise identical food product or beverage that does not include 1,3-propanediol. Inclusion of 1,3-propanediol uniquely modifies the flavor profile of these products or food ingredients in these products even when 1,3-propanediol is included in such low amounts that it does not itself contribute flavor to the product. 1,3-propanediol may be included in the food or beverage products to effect this modified flavor release, such as about 0.1 to about 2 weight percent, or in specific ratios relative to one or more flavor compounds in the product.

Abstract: Provided is a method for preparation of a synbiotic having miracle fruit and probiotics, including the following steps: (1) preparing miracle fruit and mixing the miracle fruit with water to obtain a miracle fruit solution; (2) adjusting a pH value of the miracle fruit solution to range from 5 to 8; (3) adding milk powder to the miracle fruit solution after adjusting the pH value to obtain a miracle fruit matrix; and (4) culturing the miracle fruit matrix and the probiotics to obtain the synbiotic having the miracle fruit and the probiotics. Also provided is the synbiotic having miracle fruit and probiotics prepared by the abovementioned method. Also provided is a tablet of synbiotic having miracle fruit and probiotics comprising synbiotic powder, a first fruit powder, and an excipient. The synbiotic having miracle fruit and probiotics can significantly increase SOD-like activity for anti-oxidation.

Abstract: The present invention provides processes that promote the solvation of calcium ions in macromolecular matrices. Processes in which the relationship, concentration, physicochemical conditions at each stage and preparation methods allow to obtain a stabilized soluble product, based on calcium salts and polymers. The present invention does not result in the deposition of crystals of the salts used, and exceeds the commercial calcium formulations so they are of great utility for their application in the food, pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic industry.

Abstract: A process for preparing a milk protein hydrolysate comprising hydrolysing a milk-based proteinaceous material with a microbial alkaline serine protease in combination with bromelain, a protease from Aspergillus and a protease from Bacillus.

Abstract: A resealable spigot for a coconut that provides easy access by consumers to the sterile coconut water within a coconut includes a valve seat positioned within a coconut aperture and a plunger sleeve positioned within the valve seat. The plunger sleeve has a based positioned membrane that seals the coconut aperture, A plunger-stopper is tethered to the plunger sleeve for shipping and storage and is used by the consumer to pierce the plunger sleeve membrane to gain access to the coconut water. The plunger sleeve is also used to reseal the coconut aperture to preserve any remaining coconut water for future consumption. Further provided is an additional embodiment for a spigot comprising a conduit having a spike-tip on one end and a spout on the other with a through bore therebetween.

Abstract: Embodiments for 3D printing a food item by a processor are described. A request to 3D print a food item is received. Information associated with a consumer of the food item is received. The requested food item is 3D printed based on the information associated with the consumer of the food item.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a tobacco processing method of a tobacco product for low temperature baking. The method includes mixing and processing tobacco and a metal high-thermal conductor into a finished product with a fixed shape for use in low temperature baking of the tobacco. The method uses high thermal conductivity and plasticity of metal for improving a use effect during low temperature baking and use of the tobacco to be the same as a use effect of traditional combustion. Moreover, carrying, loading and use are very convenient. When the tobacco and the metal high-thermal conductor are mixed and processed, an addition ratio of the tobacco to the metal high-thermal conductor can be controlled without changing the shape and the volume of a processed finished product to precisely control the use amount of the tobacco, thereby facilitating the control of smoking and scientific smoking cessation.

Abstract: A tobacco cut filler comprises a first tobacco material cut in accordance with a first cut specification, wherein the first cut specification sets at least predetermined first cut width and first cut length.

Abstract: A smoking article is provided, including a combustible heat source; an aerosol-forming substrate downstream of the combustible heat source; and a wrapper circumscribing at least a rear portion of the combustible heat source and at least a front portion of the aerosol-forming substrate, wherein a plurality of inwardly extending projections are disposed on an inner surface of the wrapper overlying the combustible heat source, and the plurality of inwardly extending projections cover between about 10 percent and about 70 percent of a surface area of the inner surface of the wrapper overlying the combustible heat source.

Abstract: The subject disclosure relates to systems, methods, and apparatuses for filtering smoke from a cigarette or other combustible item. In an aspect, the subject disclosure includes employing an inhale chamber comprising a first front portion, a first body portion, and a first rear portion, wherein a cigarette holder element affixed to a rear housing mouth cover of the first rear portion and located within a first hollow cavity portion of the first body portion, and wherein a first valve capable of sealing or unsealing an opening within a first hollow tube portion is located within a second hollow cavity portion of the first rear portion and within the first hollow tube portion that connects the first hollow cavity portion to the second hollow cavity portion.

Abstract: There is provided an aerosol-generating article (10) comprising an aerosol-generating substrate (12) and a mouthpiece (14) secured to a downstream end of the aerosol-generating substrate (12). The mouthpiece (14) comprises at least one segment of filter material (20) and a vented segment (27) downstream of the at least one segment of filter material (20) and comprising at least one freshener delivery element (26). The vented segment (27) comprising the at least one freshener delivery element (26) is detachable from the at least one segment of filter material (20) to decrease the ventilation of the aerosol-generating article (10).

Abstract: An integrated recreational drug smoking apparatus, such as a water pipe or a bong. The apparatus includes an ignition unit, a slidable pipe, an additional pipe, a hinge unit, a holding unit, a casing unit. The ignition unit ignites the recreational drug. The slidable pipe includes an upper unit and a lower unit. The upper unit covers the ignition unit when closed and acts as a bowl to receive the recreational drug. The additional pipe configured with the slidable pipe to create shisha style smoking mechanism. The additional pipe slides back to lower unit when closed. The hinge unit designed to lock the slidable pipe and additional pipe in place when closed so as to the hinge unit does not slide apart and when open and in use. The holding unit stores recreational drug. The casing unit houses ignition unit, slidable pipe, additional pipe, hinge unit, and holding unit.

Abstract: A container for storing a used cigarette includes an insert comprising a high thermal-conductive material, sized and dimensioned to be placed at the inside bottom of the container. The insert preferably includes one or more surface features that assist in extinguishing the burning end of the cigarette.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for manufacturing a first subunit of a Heat Not Burn (HNB) smoking article, comprising a rod member and a cavity thereon; a tubular member is placed on and secured to one of the end faces of the rod member.

Abstract: A fluid supply, can ridge fir a vapor generating device that includes an ejection head structure and a fluid reservoir body for removable attachment to the ejection head structure. The ejection head structure contains an ejection head and a flexible circuit attached to an ejection head structure for electrical communication with the ejection head. The fluid reservoir body includes a vaporizing fluid therein, a fluid supply port in fluid flow communication with the vaporizing fluid, and a fluid port seal for the fluid supply port.

Abstract: At least one example embodiment relates to an e-vaping device. Some example embodiments include a vaporizer assembly, a power supply for supplying power to the vaporizer assembly, a male connector connected to the vaporizer assembly or the power supply and a female connector connected to the vaporizer assembly or the power supply. The male connector may include a first male electrode and a second male electrode encompassed by the first male electrode. The female connector may include a first female electrode and a second female electrode encompassed by the first female electrode.

Abstract: A vaporizer assembly for an e-vaping device includes a heater coil structure, a set of electrical lead structures coupled to opposite ends of the heater coil structure, and a non-conductive connector structure connected to each of the electrical lead structures, such that the electrical lead structures are coupled together independently of the heater coil structure. The vaporizer assembly may contact a dispensing interface structure through the heater coil structure. The vaporizer assembly may heat pre-vapor formulation drawn from a reservoir by the dispensing interface. The heater coil structure may define a surface, and the vaporizer assembly may apply a mechanical force to the dispensing interface structure, such that the heater coil structure is in compression with the dispensing interface structure and the heater coil structure surface is substantially flush with a surface of the dispensing interface structure. The heater coil structure may define a three-dimensional surface.

Abstract: An electronic smoking device (10) includes a battery portion (12) including an electric power supply (18), an atomizer/liquid reservoir portion (114) having a mouthpiece opening (136) in an end, and a liquid reservoir (134) adapted for accommodating a liquid (40). The electronic smoking device (10) further includes an atomizer (126) arranged at a first end face (42) of the liquid reservoir (134) and operable when connected to the power supply (18) to atomize liquid (40) to create an aerosol, wherein the atomizer (126) comprises a plurality of openings (44) adapted for providing the aerosol, and an actuator (46) movable inside the liquid reservoir (134) towards the first end face (42) and adapted for supplying liquid (40) to the plurality of openings (44).

Abstract: An electric cartridge for an electronic cigarette including a piece of flexible substrate material including at least a flexible film which mounts an electrically conductive network in the form of an array and defining a plurality of resistive zones (pixels) and a plurality of power supply pins for supplying one or more electric currents and connected to the resistive zones. The resistive zones define heating means and are grouped into distinct modules. Each module corresponds to an uninterrupted portion of the electrically conductive network and includes at least one resistive zone and respective power supply pins. The electric cartridge includes a plurality of portions of aromatic substance positioned on at least one face of the piece of flexible material. Each portion is associated with a resistive zone and positioned in proximity to a heating surface of the respective resistive zone.

Abstract: The electric cartridge for an electronic cigarette of this invention comprises a piece of flexible substrate material comprising at least a flexible film which mounts an electrically conductive network in the form of an array and defining a plurality of resistive zones (pixels) and a plurality of power supply pins for supplying one or more electric currents and connected to the resistive zones. The resistive zones define heating means and are grouped into distinct modules. Each module corresponds to an uninterrupted portion of the electrically conductive network and comprises at least one resistive zone and respective power supply pins. The electric cartridge includes a plurality of portions of aromatic substance positioned on at least one face of the piece of flexible material. Each portion is associated with a resistive zone and positioned in proximity to a heating surface of the respective resistive zone.

Abstract: An atomizer includes a main body and an atomizing device detachably connected to the main body. The main body defines a liquid chamber. The atomizing device includes an atomizing core and a first connecting holder. The first connecting holder is configured for supporting the atomizing core. The first connecting holder is configured for connecting with the main body in a rotatable manner. The atomizing device further includes a second connecting holder movable between a first position and a second position along an axial direction. When the second connecting holder is in the first position, the second connecting holder is rotatable relative to the first connecting holder. When the second connecting holder is in the second position, the second connecting holder is capable of driving the first connecting holder to rotate, so that the first connecting holder can be detached from the main body.

Abstract: An exemplary electronic cigarette includes a power supply and an atomizer. The atomizer is connected with the power supply via a detachable connecting structure. The power supply has a connecting end connecting with the atomizer. The power supply includes an electromagnetic induction coil at the connecting end. The atomizer includes a housing, a liquid chamber arranged in the housing, and a metallic element. The metallic element is capable of generating heat in an alternating magnetic field. The liquid chamber defines an opening facing the power supply. The atomizer further includes a liquid storing element arranged in the opening. The liquid storing element is capable of storing tobacco liquid, and preventing tobacco liquid in the liquid chamber from flowing out. The metallic element abuts against the liquid storing element. The metallic element is configured for heating the tobacco liquid absorbed in the liquid storing element to form aerosol.

Abstract: An atomizer includes a smoke channel, an atomizer head and a collecting container. An end of the smoke channel is in fluid communication with the atomizing head. The collecting container is detachably provided in the smoke channel, and the collecting container includes a collecting cavity and an air outlet in fluid communication with two ends of the smoke channel. The collecting cavity has a closed end near the atomizer head and an open end away from the atomizer head, and the open end of the collecting cavity is in fluid communication with a channel wall of the smoke channel located above the open end of the collecting cavity. The present disclosure further provides an electronic cigarette.

Abstract: An atomizer includes a mouthpiece assembly, a liquid supply assembly, a holder assembly, and an atomizing core. The liquid supply assembly includes a first liquid chamber, a second liquid chamber, an air pipe, a movable element, and an elastic element. A through hole is provided between the first liquid chamber and the second liquid chamber. The movable element is movable along the air pipe between a first position and a second position. When the holder assembly is engaged with the liquid supply assembly, the elastic element is compressed, the movable element is in the first position, and the first liquid chamber is in communication with the second liquid chamber via the through hole. When the holder assembly is detached from the liquid supply assembly, the elastic element drives the movable element to move to the second position, and the through hole is sealed.