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Patent drawing for Cascading hops reservoirs for recirculating brewing system
US 9,376,653 B1
Chemistry US 9,376,653 B1 Expired

Cascading hops reservoirs for recirculating brewing system

This invention describes a system for adding hops or other flavorings to beer during brewing in stages. It uses a series of containers, where brewing liquid flows into the first one, passes through the hops, and then drains out. If the liquid level rises too high, it overflows into the next container, allowing for new hops to be introduced while the liquid continues to recirculate through the previous stages. The claims specifically detail a first container with a drain and an overflow, and suggest a second container whose drain combines with the first.

Why it matters: Since 2015, the widespread availability of affordable sensors and microcontrollers has made precise control over liquid flow rates and timing much more accessible. This could enable more consistent and repeatable staged hop additions in the claimed system, improving brewing outcomes.

Status
ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build
ModerateCascading tanks, drains, overflows, pump.

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