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A somewhat shocking drink? (3)

Ross

I believe the answer is:

jar

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'drink?' is the definition.
(colloquial)

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(Other definitions for jar that I've seen before include "Glass of beer; clash" , "Wide-mouthed vessel" , "Container; be incongruous" , "Enduring courage" , "(Jam) pot" .)

I've seen this clue in the Evening Standard.
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