Apparatus and method for brewing beverages

摘要

Apparatus (100) and methods are provided for brewing a beverage from precursor particulates. The apparatus (100) comprises a liquid delivery system (180) for delivering liquid into a brewing basket (140). The liquid delivery system (185) comprises a showerhead (230; 430) disposed above at least a portion of the brewing basket (140). The showerhead (230; 430) has a plurality of outlet openings (240; 440) through which liquid flows outward from the showerhead (230; 430) into the brew basket (140). At least two of the outlet openings (240; 440) are oriented to direct the flow of liquid out of the showerhead (230; 430) at least in part transversely of the brew basket (140).