What does the cryptic crossword clue "Drink back in pubs close by (6)" mean?

The definition is "Drink". The wordplay uses charade, parts. S (last letter of "pubs") + HANDY (synonym of "close") [last letter: "back"]; definition: "Drink" The answer is Shandy.

Drink back in pubs close by (6)

Telegraph Prize Cryptic #3072 | 10 Across | 2020-09-06 flower

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