Cryptic crossword clue
Brew fierce tea, but not with this! 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word CAFETIERE

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The straight part
We know that "not with this" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case not with this = cafetiere.
The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.
This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
Sadly, We don't have an explanation for this specific crossword clue yet.

What does CAFETIERE mean?

CAFETIERE noun
  1. A cylindrical glass or metal jug, fitted with a filter on a rod, used to make coffee.

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