Brand comparison
Gerolsteiner Sparkling vs Naturell
Gerolsteiner sells two distinct products under one brand: Sprudel (the classic, naturally carbonated sparkling water most people mean by “Gerolsteiner”) and Naturell, a still, more lightly mineralized water from a different source. They are not the same water with CO₂ added or removed — they come from different springs with different mineral profiles.
Sprudel (Classic sparkling) vs Naturell (still): the numbers
| Measurement | Sprudel (Classic sparkling) | Naturell (still) |
|---|---|---|
| Total dissolved minerals | ~2,500 mg/L | ~800–807 mg/L |
| Bicarbonate | ~1,816 mg/L | Lower — Naturell is not sold on a high-bicarbonate claim |
| Sodium | ~118 mg/L | ~17 mg/L |
| Carbonation | Naturally carbonated, effervescent | Still — no carbonation |
| Source | Gerolstein volcanic Eifel spring (Classic source) | A distinct Gerolsteiner-owned source, identifiable by the two-dot bottle marking |
Why the mineral content is so different
Sprudel and Naturell aren't the same underlying water bottled two ways — Gerolsteiner draws them from different springs on its Eifel property, each with its own natural mineral profile. Sprudel is the brand's flagship high-mineral, naturally carbonated product; Naturell was developed as a lighter-mineralized, sodium-reduced still alternative for drinkers who want the Gerolsteiner brand without the intense mineral load of Sprudel.
Which one should you pick?
- Pick Sprudel (Classic sparkling) if you want Gerolsteiner's signature high-mineral, high-bicarbonate sparkling profile — the water most reviews and comparisons (including ours) reference by default.
- Pick Naturell if you want the Gerolsteiner brand in a still, lower-sodium, more lightly mineralized format for everyday drinking.
- Neither product is marketed or should be used as a medical or therapeutic water; consult a healthcare provider for guidance on sodium- or mineral-restricted diets.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gerolsteiner Naturell just Gerolsteiner without bubbles?
No. Naturell comes from a different Gerolsteiner-owned source with a lighter natural mineral profile, not the Sprudel water with carbonation removed.
Which Gerolsteiner is higher in sodium?
Sprudel (Classic sparkling), at roughly 118 mg/L, versus roughly 17 mg/L for Naturell.
Which Gerolsteiner do most reviews compare against San Pellegrino or Perrier?
Sprudel, the naturally carbonated Classic product — that's the version with the ~2,500 mg/L TDS and ~1,816 mg/L bicarbonate figures most commonly cited.
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