1 Down

NYT Mini • November 30, 2025

Hot drink consumed after sledding, perhaps

Answer:

COCOA

Hint:

Think of a warm, chocolatey beverage often made with milk and marshmallows, especially popular during winter holidays.

Explanation:

After a chilly sledding session, people often warm up with a steaming mug of cocoa, making it a fitting answer. The clue hints at a cozy winter drink without directly naming it, relying on the common association between cold-weather activities and hot chocolate. "Cocoa" is another word for hot chocolate, especially in casual or nostalgic contexts like this one.

More Clues from This Puzzle

5 Across

5 letters

Eight Crazy Nights" or "12 Angry Men

7 Across

5 letters

Dog breed famously owned by Queen Elizabeth II

3 Down

5 letters

Pithy criticisms

8 Across

4 letters

Simon ___ (children's game)

General solving tip

'Perhaps,' 'maybe,' or 'e.g.' usually signal an example, not the category name. You're looking for one member of a broader set.

More tips → General Hints