What does the cryptic crossword clue "From greasy spoon, a German stimulant (8)" mean?

The definition is "stimulant". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). CAFF (synonym of "greasy spoon,") + EINE (abbreviation of "a German"); definition: "stimulant" The answer is CAFFEINE.

From greasy spoon, a German stimulant (8)

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