Plant that yields mezcal NYT Crossword Clue
The answer is AGAVE. “AGAVE” is correct because mezcal is a distilled spirit made from the hearts (piñas) of agave plants - often called maguey in Mexico. While tequila is a specific type of mezcal produced only from blue Weber agave, mezcal more broadly can be made from many agave species, so the plant that yields mezcal is simply agave.
Today’s NYT Mini Crossword Answers – 24th August 2025
If you got stuck somewhere else in today’s Mini, you’re not alone. The 24th August 2025, puzzle came packed with clever wordplay and a punchy grid. Here’s a quick run down for solvers who want to double-check their work

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