NYT Mini crossword answers, hints for August 26, 2025

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times‘ revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player’s flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT’s The Mini for Tuesday, August 26, 2025:

Across

Place to pour a pint

Host of the 2028 Olympics, for short

Black suit

Political commentator Jen

Kick one’s feet up

Down

Sign of life

Regular patron’s order, with “the”

Loaf with a chocolate swirl

Skill practiced on dummies, for short

Age at which Tiger Woods made his first hole-in-one

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Are you also playing NYT Strands? See hints and answers for today’s Strands.

Not the day you’re after? Here’s the solution to yesterday’s Mini Crossword.