Food roast · 31% slop

Is Bundaberg Ginger Beer Healthy? Real Ginger in a Sugary Can

Bundaberg promises brewed ginger but delivers a sweet soda tax.

July 25, 2026 About Bundaberg Ginger Beer

Bundaberg Ginger Beer photo — Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Real ginger root beats flavoring, yet it's still bottled sugar water.

The Take

No, Bundaberg Ginger Beer is not healthy. The Slop Score sits at 31.

Real ginger root extract and cane sugar make it better than typical corn-syrup slop, but the high sugar load and bottled convenience drag it down.

The Verdict

Real ginger root in a sugar can beats the usual slop but remains a pricey bottled soda. Skip the can. Brew your own with fresh ginger and honey — zero packaging, full control, cheaper per liter.

Slop Score: 31

Common Questions

What is in Bundaberg Ginger Beer?

Carbonated water, cane sugar, ginger root, natural flavors, citric acid, yeast and preservatives. No seed oils or HFCS.

Is Bundaberg Ginger Beer bad for you?

Yes in excess. One 375 ml bottle packs 170 calories and 40 g sugar despite real ginger.

How many calories are in Bundaberg Ginger Beer?

170 calories per 375 ml bottle with 40 g total sugars.

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