Homemade ginger shot recipe vs. INTI: an honest comparison
Make your own ginger shot at home or buy an organic concentrate? Here's an honest comparison of the two approaches — cost, effectiveness, convenience, and preservation.
Detailed comparison
| Criterion | Homemade | INTI Essence |
|---|---|---|
| Cost/dose | ~€0.30-0.50 | ~€0.70-1 |
| Preparation time | 15-20 min + cleaning | 10 seconds (pour) |
| Gingerol concentration | Variable (depends on method) | Standardized, high concentration |
| Turmeric + black pepper | Possible (to add yourself) | Included in the formula |
| Organic certification | Depends on ingredients purchased | Organic certified (BE-BIO-02) |
| Preservation | 3-5 days in the fridge | Several months |
| Daily regularity | Difficult to maintain | Easy (always ready) |
| Waste | Fibers, pulp to discard | Zero waste |
Homemade recipe (if you want to try)
Ingredients for ~5 doses
- 100g organic fresh ginger (unpeeled if organic)
- 2 organic lemons (juice)
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 100ml water
Method
- Wash and cut ginger into pieces
- Blend with water and lemon juice
- Strain through a fine sieve or nut milk bag
- Add turmeric and black pepper, mix well
- Store in the refrigerator for max 3-5 days
Why many switch to concentrate
The reality: preparing a homemade shot every day requires discipline. Most people last 1-2 weeks then give up. Ginger's effectiveness relies on daily regularity — 4 to 6 weeks minimum for cumulative effects (anti-inflammatory, metabolic).
INTI concentrate eliminates the friction: 10 seconds, same dose every day, long shelf life, optimized formula with turmeric and black pepper.
INTI — Regularity without effort
Same effectiveness as a homemade shot. In 10 seconds. Every day.