What does the cryptic crossword clue "Reportedly, Indian drink for 16 (6)" mean?

The wordplay uses a homophone (sounds like). Sounds like (reportedly) lassi (Indian drink) – the answer to 16 is MAID The answer is LASSIE.

Reportedly, Indian drink for 16 (6)

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