___ Adams, Founding Father for whom a beer is named NYT Crossword Clue

By Date: AUG 29, 2026 Follow on Google

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The most common and recent 6-letter answer for "___ Adams, Founding Father for whom a beer is named" is SAMUEL.
The clue refers to Samuel Adams, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, who is also the namesake of a popular American beer brand. The blank before 'Adams' suggests the first name needed to complete the full name of this historical figure.
This clue was last seen in the NYT Mini Crossword on August 29, 2026.
Samuel is a male given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God has heard.'
Adams or Clemens, Book containing the story of David and Goliath, Adams in a bar

6-letter answer to ___ Adams, Founding Father for whom a beer is named in NYT Mini Crossword August 29 2026 is SAMUEL.

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