What does the cryptic crossword clue "Drinks provided in riotous parties (9)" mean?

The definition is "Drinks". The wordplay uses anagram, charade. anagram of PARTIES ("parties") [anagram: "riotous"] + IF (abbreviation of "provided") = APERITIFS; definition: "Drinks" The answer is APERITIFS.

Drinks provided in riotous parties (9)

Guardian Cryptic #24840 | 2 Down | 2009-10-26 flower

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