Carbonation in a drink or beverage will slow the absorption rate of alcohol.Carbonation in a drink or beverage will slow the absorption rate of alcohol.?

Carbonation in a beverage can actually speed up the absorption of alcohol rather than slow it down. The bubbles in carbonated drinks can increase the pressure in the stomach, leading to faster gastric emptying and quicker entry of alcohol into the bloodstream. This can result in a more rapid onset of alcohol's effects compared to non-carbonated drinks. Therefore, consuming carbonated Alcoholic Beverages may lead to a quicker intoxication level.