What does the cryptic crossword clue "Blame accepted by doctor taking a drink (6)" mean?

The definition is "drink". The wordplay uses charade, container. RAP (synonym of "Blame") + GP (synonym of "doctor") + A (abbreviation of "a") [container: "accepted"]; definition: "drink" The answer is GRAPPA.

Blame accepted by doctor taking a drink (6)

Guardian Cryptic #24456 | 20 Down | 2008-08-01 flower

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