What does the cryptic crossword clue "Peach lieutenant put in drink (6)" mean?

The definition is "Peach". The wordplay uses charade, container. LT (synonym of "lieutenant") + BEER (synonym of "drink") [container: "put in"]; definition: "Peach" The answer is BELTER.

Peach lieutenant put in drink (6)

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