NYT Crossword · 54 Down
“Java ingredient?” Crossword Clue
This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword for Friday, January 9, 2026 as 54 Down. The answer has 4 letters. Reveal it below one square at a time, or open the hints first if you only want a push in the right direction.
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NYT Crossword · Friday, January 9, 2026 · 54 Down
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How many letters is the answer to “Java ingredient?”?
The answer has 4 letters. It starts with C and ends with E, so you can check it against the squares you have already filled.
When was “Java ingredient?” last seen?
Most recently in the NYT Crossword on Friday, January 9, 2026, at 54 Down.
What is the answer to the “Java ingredient?” crossword clue?
The answer is CODE (4 letters). If you'd rather work it out yourself, the hints above give it away a little at a time.