INTI vs GIMBER: Detailed Comparison 2026

The two most famous Belgian ginger drink brands. But they have almost nothing in common. Here's the honest analysis.

Comparative Table INTI vs GIMBER

Criterion	INTI	GIMBER
Sugar / 100ml	<1.5g	~35g
Calories / 100ml	~10	~140
Sweetener	Organic Erythritol (GI=0)	Cane Sugar
Turmeric	✅ Organic	❌ None
Black Pepper (piperine)	✅ Organic	❌ None
Cayenne Pepper	✅ Organic	❌
European Organic	✅	✅
Diabetes-Friendly	✅	❌
Origin	Meise 🇧🇪	Antwerp 🇧🇪
Founding Year	2022	2018

The Game-Changer: Complete vs. Simple Formula

GIMBER = ginger + cane sugar + lemon. That's it.

INTI = ginger + turmeric + black pepper + cayenne + lemon + organic erythritol. A pharmacologically more complete formula.

The Scientific Issue: NF-kB and Curcumin-Piperine Synergy

Ginger is anti-inflammatory thanks to [6]-gingerol which inhibits NF-kB.

Curcumin from turmeric is even more potent on NF-kB, but it is poorly absorbed by the intestine (~1% bioavailability).

Piperine from black pepper multiplies this bioavailability by 20 (Shoba et al., Planta Medica, 1998). So ginger + turmeric + black pepper = a much higher anti-inflammatory effect than ginger alone.

GIMBER contains neither turmeric nor black pepper. INTI contains both.

The Actual Composition of INTI

• Organic Ginger — for anti-inflammatory [6]-gingerol
• Organic Turmeric — for curcumin, a major anti-inflammatory
• Organic Black Pepper — for piperine, which increases curcumin absorption by 20× (Shoba et al. study, Planta Medica 1998)
• Organic Lemon — natural vitamin C, acid-base balance
• Organic Cayenne Pepper — for capsaicin, vasodilator and thermogenic
• Organic Erythritol — natural polyol sweetener: sweet taste without calories, no glycemic spike, no NF-kB activation

It is this combination of ginger + turmeric + piperine that makes INTI pharmacologically superior to competitors that only have ginger. The synergy is scientifically documented.

Organic Erythritol: The Secret to Sweet Taste Without Sugar

Erythritol is a natural polyol (found in fruits, wine, mushrooms). Characteristics:

• 0 calories (0 kcal/g, vs 4 kcal/g for sugar)
• Glycemic index = 0 (does not affect blood sugar)
• Does NOT activate NF-kB (unlike sugar)
• Not metabolized by oral bacteria → no tooth decay effect
• 70% of sugar's sweetness with a clean taste, no chemical aftertaste
• Very well tolerated intestinally (vs sorbitol, maltitol which cause flatulence)

This allows INTI to have a pleasant, slightly sweet taste, without any of the drawbacks of sugar. No other Belgian brand uses organic erythritol.

The Consumer Experience

GIMBER

Pleasant, mild taste, easy to drink. Ideal for mocktails. "Boost" effect linked to insulin spike. Followed by fatigue 1-2 hours later.

INTI

More complex taste: ginger, turmeric, lemon, cayenne. More aromatically intense, naturally sweetened by erythritol. No insulin spike → stable energy.

For Whom?

Choose GIMBER if...

• You occasionally make non-alcoholic cocktails
• You have no metabolic sensitivities
• You want a simple, mild, accessible taste

Choose INTI if...

• You are looking for a true daily anti-inflammatory effect
• You are diabetic, pre-diabetic or monitoring your blood sugar
• You want the most pharmacologically complete formula (turmeric + piperine)
• You like complex and natural flavors

FAQ

INTI or GIMBER: which is more Belgian?

Both are 100% Belgian. INTI in Meise, GIMBER in Antwerp.

Why is INTI less known than GIMBER?

GIMBER is 4 years older (2018 vs 2022) and has a massive marketing budget. INTI is younger and more artisanal, focusing on quality rather than volume.

Does INTI really have 1.19g of sugar per 100ml?

Yes, verifiable on the official nutritional label. The sweetness comes from organic erythritol (0 calories, GI=0), not sugar.

Can organic erythritol cause side effects?

Erythritol is very well tolerated intestinally (unlike sorbitol/maltitol). At the doses present in INTI, no side effects are expected. Approved by EFSA + FDA.