Can Energy Drinks Set Off a Breathalyzer? False Positives Explained
                                
                                
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                                According to one study, nearly 90% of popular energy drink brands contain trace amounts of ethanol, raising the critical question: Do energy drinks set off breathalyzers? The answer is a nuanced 'yes, but only temporarily,' with false positives being a known issue, especially on less-sophisticated devices.