For a kiss, cut down strong drink (4)

I believe the answer is:

raki

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'strong drink' is the definition.
Both the answer and definition are singular nouns.
Maybe they are linked in a way I don't understand?

'for a kiss cut down' is the wordplay.
'cut down' says the answer is hidden in the clue (some letters cut away to reveal the answer).
'RAKI' can be found hidden inside 'for a kiss'.

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(Other definitions for raki that I've seen before include "Levantine spirit" , "Strong aniseed-flavoured spirit" , "Anis-flavoured national Turkish aperitif" , "Greek liquor" , "Balkan grain spirit" .)

I've seen this clue in The Times.

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