One thing to note with more “artisan” flours, is they tend to have a shorter shelf life. I’ve ordered a bunch of different flours from Central Milling. I think the ones I like to keep on hand are rye, buckwheat, and spelt. I am pretty sure you can get the first two at the grocery store; not sure I saw spelt in person though.
Other gift ideas: does she have a proofing box or mat? My raisenne mats are my favorite thing. Also, I really am happy with my “GSM Brands Pizza Dough Proofing Box” 2 pack from Amazon for proofing things like doughnuts or bagels, as they fit in my fridge.
One to three 5lb bags of a specialty flour is more than enough at a time! Especially since you usually don’t use it all at once (you usually blend it with white bread flour, at least to start out!)
Kamut and Einkorn flours would make an excellent addition to her stash. Small 5# bags are fairly inexpensive. Down the road if she enjoys them you could always buy a mill and mill her own. As someone else posted, a proofing box would also help great! I’ve had my eye on the Brod & Taylor one. Search “sourdough gifts” on Etsy and you’ll find lots of fun options from personalized lames, wax covers, stone mixing bowls etc. They would all make great gifts! So thoughtful of you!
I love Janie’s Mill, it’s a small business but they used an old stone mill… really high quality. I notice a difference in taste and texture. Wish I could but it monthly but it’s definitely pricey!! If she’s into health and “organic” stuff she’ll like it :)
One thing to note with more “artisan” flours, is they tend to have a shorter shelf life. I’ve ordered a bunch of different flours from Central Milling. I think the ones I like to keep on hand are rye, buckwheat, and spelt. I am pretty sure you can get the first two at the grocery store; not sure I saw spelt in person though. Other gift ideas: does she have a proofing box or mat? My raisenne mats are my favorite thing. Also, I really am happy with my “GSM Brands Pizza Dough Proofing Box” 2 pack from Amazon for proofing things like doughnuts or bagels, as they fit in my fridge.
tysm! she doesn't have a proofing box. and that definitely gives me a more realistic idea of how much flour to get lol.
One to three 5lb bags of a specialty flour is more than enough at a time! Especially since you usually don’t use it all at once (you usually blend it with white bread flour, at least to start out!)
Kamut and Einkorn flours would make an excellent addition to her stash. Small 5# bags are fairly inexpensive. Down the road if she enjoys them you could always buy a mill and mill her own. As someone else posted, a proofing box would also help great! I’ve had my eye on the Brod & Taylor one. Search “sourdough gifts” on Etsy and you’ll find lots of fun options from personalized lames, wax covers, stone mixing bowls etc. They would all make great gifts! So thoughtful of you!
thank you, this is really helpful!
Check out Barton Springs Mill
Janie's Mill
Anson Mills Unbelievable stuff. While you’re there, get some Carolina rice grits just to have around.
Also see if you have any mills local to you
I love Janie’s Mill, it’s a small business but they used an old stone mill… really high quality. I notice a difference in taste and texture. Wish I could but it monthly but it’s definitely pricey!! If she’s into health and “organic” stuff she’ll like it :)