A Tasting Vessel is a plastic material that is easily stackable and is designed specifically for a person to taste different types of beverages. For example, it may have a magnifier panel on its sidewall that enables the drinker to magnify the characteristics of a beverage. Alternatively, it may have a textured panel for the user to write on using a writing instrument. The vessel also comes with a lid that fits around its rim.
Textured or rough panel 78
A textured or rough panel 78 on the sidewall of the Tasting Vessel facilitates the writing of notes on the beverage. The textured panel is preferably a square or round surface with a rounded top and bottom end. The textured panel 78 may also include a magnifier panel on the sidewall to better view the beverage inside the vessel. The lid of the vessel can also have a label if desired.
A drinking device that is compatible with a textured or rough panel can be used for various applications. One example is in the preparation of wine. The Tasting Vessel may include a platform portion 68, which is designed to maximize the beverage’s swirling, mixing, and agitation inside the vessel. This allows the beverage to release fragrance and bouquet through the swirling motion. Furthermore, the platform portion is designed to minimize bubble formation.
Pouting lip portion 40
A pouting lip portion of a tasting vessel is formed along the rim of the drinking vessel. The pouting lip portion should be shaped like the lower lip of a human being and extend approximately one-third of the vessel’s circumference. It is especially helpful when a drink is sweet or fruity, as it can be maximized when poured on the side of the tongue rather than under it.
The present invention provides a unitary vessel with a bottom portion and a sidewall extending upwardly and outwardly to a top opening. The pouting lip and rim include a curved portion with radially extending ridges. The ridges are of a size sufficient to aerate the beverage when it is tasted. In one embodiment, the pouting lip portion of the tasting vessel includes a curved pouting lip portion 40.
Swirling causes a downward flow of fluid on the vessel sidewall
A series of mechanical forces cause the flow of fluid in a vessel. The fluid moves in a circular pattern and is allowed to experience frictional effects at the vessel sidewall. This slowing of the fluid on the sidewall forms a boundary layer. This layer plays a vital role in fluid mechanics. The thickness of this layer is determined by the length scale where the imposed rotation, O, is diffused by viscosity.