a device for preparing drinks that incorporate a capsule selection function connected to a system for brewing the contents of the capsules to enable brewing to take place under optimal conditions . the device includes a storage system comprising capsules arranged in several sets , a mechanism for capturing a capsule individually from a set and releasing the capsule into a brewing system . the capture mechanism is able to move between the storage system and the brewing system and is designed in such a way as to adopt at least two positions , a first or reception position in which the capsule is held and is able to be transferred by the capture means and a second or release position in which the capture means can be opened to release the capsule from the capture mechanism . the device provides advantages in the handling of the capsule after its selection , in particular , its transfer , the brewing of its contents , and , optionally , the ejection of the spent capsule in a reliable , rapid and automated manner . in addition , the invention provides more reliable usage with no problems of pouring and draining the liquid extract .