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SELF CONTAINED ADDITIVE RESERVOIRS FOR USE WITH BEVERAGE CONTAINERS

  • US 20040050865A1
  • Filed: 02/04/2003
  • Published: 03/18/2004
  • Est. Priority Date: 09/12/2002
  • Status: Active Grant
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1. A closure element for attachment to a dispensing opening of a beverage container, the closure element comprising:

  • a coupling for attaching the closure element to the dispensing opening of the beverage container;

    a chamber within the closure element, the chamber initially containing a colorant agent and having a first portion and a second portion, at least the first poriton being in communication with a beverage through the dispensing opening of the beverage container for allowing the colorant agent to flow into the beverage, and at least the second portion being configured to dispense the beverage therethrough as the beverage passes through the chamber;

    a first closer for closing the first portion of the closure element;

    a second closer for closing the second portion of the closure element;

    a first opener for opening at least the first closer to let the colorant flow therethrough into the beverage, and the second closer being openable for dispensing the beverage mixed with the colorant therethrough to the consumer.

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