What does the cryptic crossword clue "Strong drink like this with rum has to be managed (4,4)" mean?

The definition is "Strong drink". The wordplay uses an anagram. anagram of SO (synonym="like this") + RUM (synonym="RUM") + HAS (synonym="HAS") = SOUR MASH; definition: "Strong drink" The answer is SOUR MASH.

Strong drink like this with rum has to be managed (4,4)

Times Cryptic #28696 | 9 Across | 2023-08-31 flower

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