Cryptic crossword clue
Some Arak, if an odd bit of it gets Denise drunk 7

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word ANISEED

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The straight part
We know that "Some Arak" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case some arak = aniseed.
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.
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What does ANISEED mean?

ANISEED noun
  1. The seed-like fruit of the anise, used in baking and in the flavouring of liqueurs such as ouzo.

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