Root Beer vs Ginger Ale
Overall, Ginger Ale has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Root Beer | Ginger Ale |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 48 kcal | 24 kcal |
| Fat | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Sugars | 11.8 g | 4.6 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | — |
| Protein | 0 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 4 | 1 |
| Allergens | Gluten | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Ginger Ale has 50% fewer calories (24 kcal vs 48 kcal).
- Root Beer has no fat, while Ginger Ale has 0.5 g.
- Root Beer has no saturated fat, while Ginger Ale has 0.5 g.
- Ginger Ale has 61% less sugar (4.6 g vs 11.8 g).
- Ginger Ale has 100% more protein (0.5 g vs 0 g).
- Ginger Ale has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Root Beer lists: Gluten.
Ingredients
Root Beer
Carbonated Water, Sugar, Erythritol, Color (Roasted Barley Extract), Maple Syrup, Foaming Agent (quillaia extract), Tartaric acid, steviol glycosides
Ginger Ale
G INGREDIENTES: ÁGUA GASEIFICADA AÇÚCARES, ACIDIFICANTE (ÁCIDO CÍTRICO), REGULADOR DE ACIDEZ (CITRATOS DE SODIO), EDULCORANTE (SUCRALOSE). CONSERVANTE (SORBATO DE POTASSIO), AROMAS E CORANTE (CARAMELO SULFITICO DE AMONIAL MODO DE CONSERVAÇÃO:CONSERVAREMLOCAR FRESCO ESECO AO ABRIGO DA LUZ SOLARE FONTES DE CALOR DEPOIS DE ABERTO CONSERVAR NO FRIGORÍFICO E CONSUMIR NO PRAZO MÁXIMO DE 1 DIA MODO DE PREPARAÇÃO DEVE BEBER-SE FRESCO. CONSUMIR DE PREFERÊNCIA ANTES DE/LOTE:(VERNA TAMPA)
FAQ
Which is healthier: Root Beer or Ginger Ale?
Overall, Ginger Ale has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Ginger Ale has fewer calories: 24 kcal versus 48 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Ginger Ale has less sugar: 4.6 g versus 11.8 g per 100 g.