INTI vs Gimber: Which ginger shot to choose?
Two organic Belgian brands. Two completely different formulas. Here are the facts from the label.
Nutritional comparison
| Criterion | INTI | Gimber N°1 |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar per 100ml | 0g added | 34g |
| 2nd ingredient | Turmeric | Cane sugar |
| Formula | Ginger + turmeric + black pepper | Ginger + cane sugar + lemon |
| Organic | Yes | Yes |
| Black pepper (piperine) | Yes | No |
The sugar problem
Gimber N°1 Original contains 34g of sugar per 100ml of concentrate. This is more than 3 times the content of Coca-Cola (10.6g/100ml). Cane sugar is the second ingredient after ginger (33%).
Even diluted (20-30ml in 200ml), a glass of Gimber contains 6.8-10.2g of sugar. Every day for a year: 2.5-3.7 kg of sugar from your "healthy drink."
Why black pepper is crucial
Piperine (from black pepper) increases curcumin absorption by 2,000% (Shoba et al., 1998). INTI combines ginger, turmeric, AND black pepper — the three ingredients work synergistically.
Conclusion
If you drink ginger for health, choose a formula with no added sugar. INTI is organic, contains ginger + turmeric + black pepper, and has zero grams of added sugar.