What does the cryptic crossword clue "Drink with setter — a depressing experience (9)" mean?

The definition is "Drink". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SUN (synonym of "setter") + DOWNER (synonym of "- a depressing experience"); definition: "Drink" The answer is SUNDOWNER.

Drink with setter — a depressing experience (9)

Guardian Cryptic #27620 | 11 Across | 2018-09-21 flower

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