What does the cryptic crossword clue "Certain to stop drink being quantified (8)" mean?

The definition is "Certain". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). SURE (synonym="=certain") in MEAD (synonym="=drink") = MEASURED; definition: "Certain" The answer is MEASURED.

Certain to stop drink being quantified (8)

Independent Cryptic #11658 | 12 Across | 2024-02-21 flower

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