What does the cryptic crossword clue "For example award for knocking back alcoholic drink (6)" mean?

The definition is "drink". The wordplay uses charade, reversal. EG (synonym of "For example") + GONG (synonym of "award") [reversal: "knocking"]; definition: "alcoholic drink" The answer is EGGNOG.

For example award for knocking back alcoholic drink (6)

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