What is the effect of a subject consuming non-alcoholic beverages on testing results?

The correct answer indicates that the consumption of non-alcoholic beverages usually has a minimal effect on testing results, but there are certain ingredients within those beverages that can potentially cause interference with the breathalyzer readings.

When a subject consumes non-alcoholic beverages, such as those containing specific flavors or sweeteners, they may contain trace amounts of alcohol or other compounds that can lead to erroneous readings. For instance, beverages like certain mouthwashes, energy drinks, or even kombucha can contain alcohol or other volatiles that may be detected by the Intoxilyzer 9000. As a result, while the overall impact of non-alcoholic drinks is not typically significant in terms of inflating blood alcohol concentration readings, there are specific circumstances under which they could lead to inaccuracies, warranting caution in interpreting breath test results after a subject has consumed these types of beverages.