“Main ingredient in an aviation cocktail” crossword clue

Reveal the answer to see why it works and where this clue has appeared before.GIN is the answer to the New York Times crossword clue “Main ingredient in an aviation cocktail”. It was last seen in the puzzle of January 2, 2026, where it runs at 14 Down and fills 3 squares. It crosses 3 other entries in that grid — those are listed below and are the quickest way to confirm the letters you already have.