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Traditional Polynesian beverage that numbs the mouth Crossword Clue
Here is the answer for the crossword clue Traditional Polynesian beverage that numbs the mouth last seen in New York Times puzzle. We have found 40 possible answers for this clue in our database. Among them, one solution stands out with a 98% match which has a length of 8 letters. We think the likely answer to this clue is KAVAKAVA.
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Crossword Answer For Traditional Polynesian beverage that numbs the mouth:
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40 Potential Answers:
| Rank | Answer | Length | Source | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | KAVAKAVA Traditional Polynesian beverage that numbs the mouth | (8) | New York Times | Nov 5, 2022 |
| 2% | BEER Adult beverage | (4) | USA Today Quick | Nov 8, 2025 |
| 2% | ER Adult beverage | (2) | USA Today Quick | Nov 8, 2025 |
| 2% | WINE Adult beverage | (4) | USA Today Quick | Nov 8, 2025 |
| 2% | ADES Fruity beverages | (4) | New York Times | Nov 7, 2025 |
| 2% | ORALLY By word of mouth | (6) | Eugene Sheffer | Nov 6, 2025 |
| 2% | MAW Gaping mouth | (3) | Wall Street Journal | Nov 4, 2025 |
| 2% | BANDY Pass (information) from mouth to mouth (5) | (5) | Puzzler | Nov 4, 2025 |
| 2% | ICEE Frozen beverage brand | (4) | USA Today | Oct 31, 2025 |
| 2% | SODA Bubbly beverage | (4) | LA Times Daily | Oct 29, 2025 |
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KavaKava is a traditional Polynesian drink made from the roots of the kava plant. It's known for its numbing effect on the mouth due to its active compounds. In crossword puzzles, it's a unique and interesting answer that adds cultural flair.