Introducing Our Exquisite Artisanal Dried Sourdough Starter Collection
A harmonious ensemble of flavors crafted for the discerning home baker.
This collection includes three distinct varieties, each meticulously developed by Great Lakes Sourdough to elevate your sourdough bread to unparalleled heights of taste and texture.
Classic White:
- Experience the timeless elegance of our Classic White Sourdough Starter. Delicately balanced and versatile, it creates beautifully soft loaves, crusty country bread, and delectable sandwich rolls.
Dark Rye:
- Embrace the rich, earthy notes of our Dark Rye Sourdough Starter. Made with premium organic dark rye flour, it lends a distinctive character to hearty loaves, robust breads, and traditional European-style specialties.
Whole Wheat:
- Indulge in the wholesome goodness of our Whole Wheat Sourdough Starter. Crafted with the finest organic whole wheat flour, it adds a nutty depth of flavor and rustic charm to artisanal breads, rustic boules, and healthy grain loaves.
Each dried starter in our Artisanal Sourdough Starter Collection is carefully crafted with organic Canadian flour, ensuring exceptional quality and authenticity. With detailed instructions and expert formulations, you'll find it effortless to revive and maintain these starters in your own kitchen.
Unleash your creativity, experiment with recipes, and savor the satisfaction of baking with our Artisanal Sourdough Starter Collection.
Elevate Your Home Baking to an Art Form
Enjoy the boundless possibilities of artisanal bread-making. Order now and embark on a culinary journey that embodies the true essence of sourdough craftsmanship.
*THIS ITEM IS MAILED VIA CANADA POST WITH NO TRACKING
update: during the postal strike, this product will have a flat rate fee of $12 and will be shipped via UPS.
Sourdough Starter FAQ
What is a sourdough starter?
A sourdough starter is a living culture of wild yeast and bacteria that ferments flour and water. It’s not the dough itself — it’s what you use to leaven your bread. You add a portion of your active starter to your flour, water, and salt to make dough. It replaces commercial yeast, giving your bread rise, flavour, and character through natural fermentation.
Is the starter ready to use when it arrives?
Yes. This is a live, stiff sourdough starter that ships fresh every Monday. Once it arrives, feed it once using the included instructions. You can mix dough the same day.
How should I store the starter?
Store your starter in the fridge, either in the test tube or a small jar. Feed it weekly to keep it healthy and active.
How do I use the test tube to track fermentation?
Once empty, reuse the tube to track bulk fermentation. Add 10–12 g of mixed dough and mark the starting level. When it rises to the top, your dough is ready to shape.
