What does the cryptic crossword clue "Mishandle gang overwhelmed by drink (7)" mean?

The definition is "drink". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). CREW (synonym="gang = a team of workers") in SUP (synonym="drink, as a verb") = SCREWUP; definition: "Mishandle" The answer is SCREWUP.

Mishandle gang overwhelmed by drink (7)

Independent Cryptic #11622 | 5 Down | 2024-01-10 flower

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