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.
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”.
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:
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
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