This episode first premiered on Mario Lopez's 19th birthday, making him exactly two years shy of the legal drinking age.
Two alternate titles were considered for this episode: "Beergate" (taken from Watergate); "The Third 'D' is Deception" (the first two being Drinking and Driving).
Lisa's full name is Lisa Marie Turtle.
Lisa's Mom and Zach's Dad make their 2nd and final appearances on the show.. However, Zach's Dad returns For the "Wedding In Las Vegas" movie.