Wordle Answer #1674 - January 18, 2026

Wordle for January 18, 2026 is here, and it’s puzzle #1674. If you’re close but not quite there, these hints should help you finish without spoiling it too soon. Take your time and try a couple of steady guesses.

• It’s a common word you might see on a menu, on a label, or in a kitchen.
• It relates to flavor and food more than people or places.
• Think of something you’d find in a small jar or a spice rack.
• It’s not a slang term, and it’s not a modern tech word.

This one can trick players because lots of food-related words overlap, and many guesses can feel “almost right” without actually locking in the exact word. If you’ve got a few yellow tiles bouncing around, watch out for shifting the same letters into the wrong spots. Also, don’t forget that short everyday words can still be oddly specific.

• It’s a noun.
• It’s something you can add to dishes for taste.
• Vowels: 2 (Y is not a vowel).
• No repeated letters.
• Starts with S and ends with C.
• Pattern: S _ _ _ C

If you want the answer now, here it is-scroll carefully if you’re still trying to keep the streak alive.