NYT's The Mini crossword answers for April 27

The Mini is a bite-sized version of The New York Times' revered daily crossword. While the crossword is a lengthier experience that requires both knowledge and patience to complete, The Mini is an entirely different vibe.

With only a handful of clues to answer, the daily puzzle doubles as a speed-running test for many who play it.

So, when a tricky clue disrupts a player's flow, it can be frustrating! If you find yourself stumped playing The Mini — much like with Wordle and Connections — we have you covered.

Here are the clues and answers to NYT's The Mini for Saturday, April 27, 2024:

Across

Revolutionary leader Guevara

• The answer is Che.

Shirley Temple or Ginger Rogers, e.g.

• The answer is Drink.

Mysterious in meaning

• The answer is Cryptic.

"For ___ a jolly good fellow …"

• The answer is Hes.

Pole with a reel attached

• The answer is Rod.

Shirley Temple or Ginger Rogers, e.g.

• The answer is Actress.

Boat for a whitewater adventure

• The answer is Kayak.

Give permission to

• The answer is Let.

Down

Piece of snow or table salt, essentially

The answer is Crystal.

Very cool

• The answer is Hip.

Ask (someone) in earnest

• The answer is Entreat.

Absolute junk

• The answer is Dreck.

Sales booth

• The answer is Kiosk.

When doubled, a ballroom dance

• The answer is Cha.

Things that old audiobooks are sold on

• The answer is CDs.

Bread for a pastrami sandwich

• The answer is Rye.