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The snare of strong drink (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

gin

This clue is a double definition.

'the snare' is the first definition.
('gin' can be a synonym of 'snare')

'strong drink' is the second definition.
(gin is a kind of strong drink)

'of' acts as a link.

(Other definitions for gin that I've seen before include "Spirit; trap" , "Clear alcoholic spirit" , "Alcohol for the snare" , "Liquor flavoured with juniper berries" , "Alcoholic drink made from juniper berries - it's a trap" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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