Sourdough Starter Kit - Organic RYE (Dehydrated Wild Yeast)

Dehydrated Rye Sourdough Starter Kit

Organic whole rye starter with wild yeast and natural lactic acid bacteria. Includes instructions and bread recipe.

This is a genuine rye starter in dehydrated form, not a live culture. Originating from Poland and re-born in Australia in 2014, it is maintained with organic whole rye flour from Wholegrain Milling. It has a thick, peanut-butter-like texture, a light brown colour, and a fruity, complex aroma with notes of ripe grapes, green apple, and mild sweet vinegar.

Each batch is fermented for 48 hours, then gently dried in a low-temperature dehydrator, crushed, and ground into a fine powder. This gives the starter a long shelf life while retaining natural yeasts and lactic acid bacteria. Once rehydrated, it will be ready to use within 48–72 hours, though a few feedings may be needed to reach full activity.

It works best for classic full-flavour sourdough, rustic loaves, baguettes, and whole-grain breads. Use 15 to 20 percent directly in your dough, or build a leaven for extra lift. After activation, it often doubles or triples in volume within hours.

This is the same rye starter we use ourselves, maintained year-round for consistent performance.

What’s included

• 20 g dehydrated rye sourdough starter
• Printed starter maintenance instructions
• Step-by-step sourdough bread recipe
• Ongoing support if needed

Feed within 12 months of the packing date. Feed as soon as possible after arrival to kickstart activity - it will take a few days until it's ready to use in a recipe.

Everything is designed to make your first bake simple and successful. Full sourdough tools and accessories are available in our store.