“Late-evening beverage request” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.DECAF is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Late-evening beverage request”. It was last seen in the puzzle of May 10, 2026, where it runs at 79 Down and fills 5 squares. It crosses 5 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.