Solve today's challenging Strands puzzle, themed around cocktails! The clue, "Bar Association," points to the six words hidden within the grid, using each letter only once. This guide provides hints, spoilers, and the complete solution.
The puzzle for January 16, 2025 (#319) requires identifying five cocktail names and a pangram.
Hints (Increasing Difficulty):
Hint 1: Think about the tasks involved in running a bar. 
Hint 2: Consider the types of beverages served.
Hint 3: Focus on mixed drinks, those with multiple ingredients.
Spoilers (One Word at a Time):
Spoiler 1: The word "Sidecar" is one of the cocktails. 
Spoiler 2: "Martini" is another cocktail in the puzzle. 
Complete Solution:
The theme is Cocktails. The words are: Martini, Zombie, Sidecar, Stinger, Cosmopolitan, and a pangram (the solution will also include a pangram, a sentence using every letter of the alphabet).
Explanation:
The "Bar Association" clue cleverly hints at the cocktail theme. Each word represents a different cocktail commonly found in bars.
Ready to test your skills? Play Strands on the New York Times Games website.
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