Ink comes in all shapes and sizes, but what about edible ink? When I’m thirsty, I usually drink some water, occasionally an orange juice, or maybe a cheeky beer. If you’re feeling exotic, you can enjoy a nice, ice cold glass of ink. All joking aside, read on to find the “source of edible ink” for today’s NYT Mini Crossword.

Stop scrolling before I reveal the answer.

Got it? The answer to a question in the August 6 New York Times Mini Crossword is "SQUID." Unlike more industrial inks like acrylic ink, squid ink is edible, meaning it's safe to eat. Used in cooking as a seasoning or as a natural coloring for pasta and sauces, it has a rich, umami flavor. The Japanese can't get enough of it.

Octopuses have three hearts. Imagine having your heart broken three times before you turn into calamari. Tragic.