Issue #196 Sun 15 Sep
NYT Strands Hints & Answer — September 15, 2024
A slow Sunday afternoon calls for a drink that has stood the test of time. Take your time with this grid.
Theme 3 reveals
Today's theme
The clink of a heavy glass against a wooden bar top, followed by the amber swirl of a slow-moving pour.
Classic bar menu staples
TIMELESS SPIRITED CONCOCTION
Spangram 4 hints · 12 letters
The connector word
A single twelve-letter compound word
12 letters.
Starts with O, ends with D.
OLDFASHIONED
Group hint 1 reveal
Show all starting letters
Starting letters
- 1 B (7 letters)
- 2 C (6 letters)
- 3 O (6 letters)
- 4 S (5 letters)
- 5 W (5 letters)
- 6 W (7 letters)
Group hint 1 reveal
Show the first two letters of each
First two letters
- 1 BI (7 letters)
- 2 CH (6 letters)
- 3 OR (6 letters)
- 4 SU (5 letters)
- 5 WA (5 letters)
- 6 WH (7 letters)
Theme word 1 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
A few concentrated drops that add depth and botanical complexity to a glass.
7 letters.
Starts with B.
Starts with BI.
BITTERS
Theme word 2 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
The bright red garnish perched on a toothpick or resting at the bottom of the glass.
6 letters.
Starts with C.
Starts with CH.
CHERRY
Theme word 3 of 6 5 hints · 6 letters
A theme word
A twisted peel that releases aromatic oils over the rim of the glass.
6 letters.
Starts with O.
Starts with OR.
ORANGE
Theme word 4 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
Granules dissolved into the liquid to balance out the intensity of the base spirit.
5 letters.
Starts with S.
Starts with SU.
SUGAR
Theme word 5 of 6 5 hints · 5 letters
A theme word
A splash of the clear stuff added to soften the edges of a strong pour.
5 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WA.
WATER
Theme word 6 of 6 5 hints · 7 letters
A theme word
The primary amber-hued spirit that forms the foundation of the drink.
7 letters.
Starts with W.
Starts with WH.
WHISKEY
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- BITTERS
- CHERRY
- ORANGE
- SUGAR
- WATER
- WHISKEY
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Frequently asked questions
Spoiler-free help for Strands on September 15, 2024. Every answer below helps you along without giving the game away — ready to see the full solution? See the complete Strands answer for September 15, 2024, or browse every Strands puzzle in the archive.
How hard is NYT Strands on September 15, 2024?
NYT Strands on September 15, 2024 rates 3 out of 4 — a tougher-than-average puzzle. There are 6 theme words to find, plus the spangram that ties them together.
Where does the September 15, 2024 Strands spangram start?
The spangram is 12 letters long and stretches right across the board. It begins with the letter "O" — the hints above ease you toward the rest one step at a time, without spelling it out.
What is the theme of NYT Strands on September 15, 2024?
We keep the theme under wraps here so nothing is spoiled — but the ladder above walks you into it, starting with the puzzle's overall vibe. Want it stated outright, with the spangram and all 6 words? Open the answer section on this page.
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- Difficulty
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- At a glance
- 6 theme words · 12-letter spangram