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The NYT Strands logo on a gray background with "raise a glass" written in white.
Screenshot and remix by Dot Esports
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Raise a glass – Strands NYT hints and answers for Friday (May 24)

We now have the true "at the bar" NYT Strands puzzle.
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Bhernardo Viana
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Published: May 24, 2024 08:06 am

The answers and Spangram of today’s Strands theme “raise a glass” are what the recent “at the bar” puzzle should have been, in my opinion. All words on the board are about drinks you serve in a glass, so if you enjoy liquor, this one’s easy.

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NYT Strands Spangram hints

Taking today’s Strands theme literally will quickly lead you to the Spangram and all the answer words. If the first thing that comes to mind is a toast, you’re on the right track. Here are extra hints to help you solve the board:

  • Hint 1: Think of refreshing drinks often enjoyed at social gatherings.
  • Hint 2: These beverages are typically mixed with spirits and served in bars.
  • Hint 3: The Spangram is the plural form of the name of this type of drink.
  • Hint 4: The first Spangram letter is “C” and the last is “S”.
MAY 24 SPANGRAM

The “raise a glass” Spangram is COCKTAILS. It starts from the “C” in the top row and goes all the way down through the middle to the “S” in the bottom row. This means all the answer words in today’s Strands are names of cocktails, such as Cosmopolitan and Bloody Mary—though these are not part of the solution.

Word hints

For additional hints on the cocktails on the board, here are tips to solve the May 24 puzzle. You’ll also find the full list of answers and a complete Strands board after the hints below:

May 24 Strands word hints

1. An Italian aperitif with Prosecco, bitter liqueur, and soda water.
2. A Mexican cocktail made with tequila, lime juice, and triple sec, often served with a salted rim.
3. A Cuban drink made with rum, lime juice, and simple syrup.
4. A classic drink made with rum, citrus juice, and sugar.
5. Half gin and half Rose’s lime juice
6. A family of drinks made with lemon or lime juice.

Full list of answers for Raise a glass Strands (May 24):

  • COCKTAILS (Spangram)
  • SOUR
  • SPRITZ
  • GIMLET
  • MOJITO
  • DAIQUIRI
  • MARGARITA
The May 24 Strands solution showing COCKTAILS in yellow as the Spangram.
The May 24 words in their right placements. Screenshot by Dot Esports

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Bhernardo Viana
Bhernardo is senior guides writer and strategist at Dot Esports. He's been working in the gaming industry for over 9 years, with works published on Destructoid, Prima Games, ESPN, and more. A fan of Pokémon since 6 years old and an avid Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch player. Now writing strategy and quests guides for several mobile and PC titles.