Crossword clue
“Black tea variety”
This clue appeared as 18-Across in the NYT Crossword on Tuesday, July 22, 2025. The answer has 5 letters.
Answer · 5 lettersFirst appearance
PEKOELetters5
Starts withP
Ends withE
Vowels3
Where this clue has appeared
About this clue
The clue “Black tea variety” ran in the NYT Crossword on July 22, 2025 as 18-Across. Its answer is a 5-letter word that starts with P and ends with E, with 3 vowels, which often points to a phrase, a name or a borrowed word.
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FAQ
What is the answer to the “Black tea variety” clue?+
The answer is PEKOE (5 letters), from the NYT Crossword of July 22, 2025.
Where has this clue appeared?+
We have seen it 1 time in the NYT Crossword.
How do I find other NYT Crossword answers?+
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