MUMBAI, India, March 13 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611008253 A) filed by Jagriti Bhasin; Dr. Abhishek Dutt Tripathi; Dr. Aparna Agarwal; Ms. Alisha Nandan; Dr. Ankita Hooda; Muskan Kumari Gupta; Gaurav Pratap Singh; and Pratikshya Oli Chhetri, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, on Jan. 28, for 'chocolate-flavoured pea-based milk alternative infused with eugenol for functional and nutritional benefits.'

Inventor(s) include Jagriti Bhasin; Dr. Abhishek Dutt Tripathi; Dr. Aparna Agarwal; Ms. Alisha Nandan; Dr. Ankita Hooda; Muskan Kumari Gupta; Gaurav Pratap Singh; and Pratikshya Oli Chhetri.

The application for the patent was published on March 13, under issue no. 11/2026.

According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to a chocolate-flavoured pea-based milk alternative infused with eugenol, providing a nutritious, palatable, and functional plant-based beverage. The invention involves preparing pea milk from soaked and ground peas, followed by the addition of chocolate syrup and sugar to enhance flavor and appearance. Eugenol, extracted from clove buds and Tulsi leaves using a standardized Soxhlet method, is incorporated at defined concentrations to impart antioxidant and health-promoting properties. The invention further provides methods for ensuring physicochemical consistency, sensory acceptability, and microbiological safety of the final product. The eugenol-infused pea-based milk is stored under controlled refrigerated conditions to maintain stability and quality. This invention offers a functional, shelf-stable, and consumer-friendly alternative to conventional milk, suitable for health-conscious individuals and those seeking plant-based nutritional options."

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