Receptacle for a round in a rathskeller Washington Post Crossword Clue

By Emre Parlak Date: SEP 20, 2025 Follow on Google

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What is the most likely answer for the crossword clue "Receptacle for a round in a rathskeller"?

The most common and recent 5-letter answer for "Receptacle for a round in a rathskeller" is STEIN.

Q2.

Why is "STEIN" the answer to the clue "Receptacle for a round in a rathskeller"?

A 'rathskeller' is a German-style basement bar or restaurant, and a 'stein' is a large mug or tankard traditionally used for serving beer, which is often enjoyed in such establishments. The word 'round' cleverly refers to a round of drinks, which could be served in a stein.

Q3.

In which puzzle was the clue "Receptacle for a round in a rathskeller" last seen?

This clue was last seen in the Washington Post Mini Crossword on September 20, 2025.

Q4.

What does the word "STEIN" mean in this context?

A stein is a large mug, typically made of ceramic, used for drinking beer.

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What are some other crossword clues that share the same answer?

Oktoberfest keepsake, Handful in a beer garden?, Where a draft may be held, Drinking vessel that often has a hinged lid, Mug in a beer hall

If you’ve landed here for the “Receptacle for a round in a rathskeller” clue from the September 20 2025, Washington Post mini crossword, you are in the exact right place. Our team of experts has solved today’s entire puzzle and found the precise answer for this clue.

The 5-letter answer to this puzzle is STEIN. A stein is a large mug, typically made of ceramic, used for drinking beer.

You can find all the solutions for today’s puzzle, as well as answers from previous days, on our main Washington Post Mini Crossword Answers Today (September 2026) page.

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