A capsule for preparation of a food product from a food preparation machine

The present invention is directed to a capsule for use with a capsule holder of a food preparation machine, wherein: - said machine comprises a needle supported by a plate, for injection of a jet of fluid inside the capsule, said needle being adapted in shape and size to protrude inside the capsule when said capsule holder is inserted into the machine in order for operation, and - said capsule comprises a body with side, bottom and top walls, said capsule further comprising a top circumferential edge, the interface between the needle plate, the capsule holder, and the capsule edge being leaktight, characterized in that the top wall is sealed onto said circumferential edges and comprises built-in showering means comprising at least one opening, so as to accommodate the needle without piercing and transform the jet of fluid from said needle into at least one jet directed towards the inside of the capsule chamber.