Can You Drive After Drinking Fruit Beer?
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Fruit beer contains alcohol, so it is not recommended to drive after drinking it. Here is some relevant information about drunk driving: 1. Judgment Criteria: According to the "Threshold and Test of Blood and Breath Alcohol Content for Vehicle Drivers" issued by the National Quality Supervision, Inspection, and Quarantine Administration, drunk driving is defined as driving behavior where the alcohol content in the driver's blood is greater than or equal to 20mg/100ml but less than 80mg/100ml. Driving under the influence (DUI) is defined as driving behavior where the alcohol content in the driver's blood is greater than or equal to 80mg/100ml. 2. Hazards: The stimulation from alcohol can make a person excited. When the alcohol concentration in the blood reaches a certain level, the person's ability to react to and control external situations decreases, as does their ability to handle emergencies. For drunk drivers, the higher the alcohol content in their blood, the greater the likelihood of a crash.
I've been driving for over twenty years and have personally witnessed many accidents caused by having just a little drink. Fruit beer may sound like a soft drink, but it's actually alcohol, typically containing 3% to 6% alcohol by volume. Just one bottle can easily make you tipsy. I remember two years ago at a friend's house, I had a couple of sips of fruit beer before driving home and almost hit a pedestrian on the way. My reaction was slowed, and it scared me into a cold sweat. Drunk driving is a serious offense. In China, a breath alcohol level exceeding 20mg/100ml is considered drunk driving. Fines and points are minor consequences; in severe cases, you could lose your license or even go to jail. For safety, always plan your return trip before drinking—take a taxi, hire a designated driver, or ask a sober friend to drive. Don't skimp on money or time; life is precious, and being responsible is always the right choice. Fruit beer is sometimes marketed as low-alcohol, but it can still push you over the limit when consumed in quantity, and waiting to sober up isn't reliable. Make it a habit: if you're driving, stay away from alcoholic drinks.