With 4-Across, non-alcoholic drink with a flavor reminiscent of beer NYT Crossword Clue
Searching for the answer to “With 4-Across, non-alcoholic drink with a flavor reminiscent of beer” in today’s NYT Mini Crossword? Look no further! We’ve provided the solution to help you finish the puzzle and make the most of your crossword-solving experience.
The answer to “With 4-Across, non-alcoholic drink with a flavor reminiscent of beer” is HOP.
The clue is part of a cross-reference (i.e., “With 4-Across”), meaning that the full answer is formed by combining this clue with the answer to 4-Across. In this case, “HOP” on its own refers to one of the key ingredients in beer — hops — which give beer its distinct bitter, aromatic flavor. Hops are also used in hop water, a non-alcoholic beverage that captures the hoppy flavor of beer without any alcohol or malt.
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers – 5th August 2025
Here’s how the rest of today’s Mini shook out:
Mini across clues and answers 5 Aug 2025
1A clue: With 4-Across, non-alcoholic drink with a flavor reminiscent of beer
Answer: HOP
4A clue: See 1-Across
Answer: WATER
6A clue: Houston M.L.B. player
Answer: ASTRO
7A clue: Sister’s daughter
Answer: NIECE
8A clue: “Just ___ a bite” (parent’s dinner encouragement)
Answer: TRY
Mini down clues and answers
1D clue: Possesses a certain unnameable quality
Answer: HASIT
2D clue: Animal that’s the mascot of California State University, Monterey Bay
Answer: OTTER
3D clue: Best friend of Thomas the Tank Engine
Answer: PERCY
4D clue: Sickly in appearance
Answer: WAN
5D clue: Spheres on a sushi roll
Answer: ROE
