摘要 |
A filter holder for an espresso coffee machine comprising a handle (1) and an outer holder (2), which outer holder is adapted to receive a filter plate (8). The filter plate (8) comprises a plurality of upstanding elements such as truncated pyramids adapted to tear, in use, a surface of a coffee capsule. Between the pyramids a plurality of perforations allow passage of coffee from a capsule to a cup. The holder further comprising a retaining member, which retaining member is adapted to retain the capsule in position and to permit water or steam to be applied under pressure to a surface of the capsule remote from the surface adjacent to the filter plate, the water or steam penetrating the capsule surface to reach the coffee in the capsule. |
主权项 |
1. A filter holder for an espresso coffee machine comprising a handle (1) and an outer holder (2), which outer holder is adapted to receive a filter, wherein the filter comprises a filter plate (8) having a plurality of upstanding elements adapted to tear, in use, a surface of a coffee capsule (10), and a plurality of perforations adapted to allow passage of coffee from a capsule to a cup, the holder further comprising a retaining member (21), which retaining member is adapted to retain the capsule (10) in position and to permit hot water or steam to be applied under pressure to a surface of the capsule remote from the surface adjacent to the filter plate (8). |