This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (63 Across). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Tuesday puzzles are a step up from Monday but still mostly straightforward.
Answer length: 3 squares
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RUM as a word: (uncountable) A distilled spirit derived from fermented cane sugar and molasses; (countable) A serving of rum.
RUM has been an answer 4 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since November 26, 2025.
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