Dark Rye Sourdough Starter & Organic Flour

Dark rye has a character all its own, and it’s no surprise that customers often pair our Dark Rye Sourdough Starter with Shipton Mill Organic Dark Rye Flour. So we’ve brought the two together and added a small saving while we’re at it.

You can choose either our 50g Live Active Dark Rye Sourdough Starter or the 5g Dried Sourdough Starter, both paired with 1kg of Shipton Mill Organic Dark Rye Flour.

Our Dark Rye Sourdough Starter is made with certified organic dark rye flour and has a bold, earthy flavour with a naturally lively fermentation. Paired with the same flour used to maintain the starter, it’s ideal for anyone who loves the deeper flavour and darker crumb of traditional rye sourdough.

Perfect for rustic rye loaves, hearty wholegrain breads or simply adding more depth and character to your usual sourdough, this pairing gives you a reliable starter and the flour to keep it happily fed.

What’s Included:

50g Live Active Dark Rye Sourdough Starter: Made with high-quality Shipton Mill Organic Dark Rye Flour, this mature starter is packed with flavour and vitality. Packed fresh in a food-safe, heat-sealed pouch and shipped ready to feed with a use-by date of 1 week from dispatch.

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5g Dried Sourdough Starter: A dried version with a 4-month shelf life, perfect for gifting or keeping until you’re ready to begin.

1kg Shipton Mill Organic Dark Rye Flour: A rich, wholegrain rye flour with a deep, earthy flavour, ideal for feeding your starter and baking traditional rye and mixed-grain sourdough loaves.

Instruction Leaflet: A comprehensive, easy-to-follow guide that teaches you how to feed and maintain your starter, along with step-by-step instructions for baking the perfect dark rye sourdough loaf.

Why You’ll Love It

100% Vegan-Friendly: Made entirely with plant-based ingredients and perfect for vegan bakers.

Bold, Distinctive Flavour: Dark rye brings a deeper, earthier character to sourdough and creates beautifully rich, hearty loaves.

Naturally Vigorous: Rye flour is well known for supporting lively fermentation, making this a wonderfully active and reliable starter.

A Popular Pairing, Made Easier: Our Dark Rye Starter and Organic Dark Rye Flour together in one option, with a small saving included.

Perfect for Any Skill Level: Whether you’re new to rye sourdough or already love baking darker, more robust loaves, this starter is simple to maintain and rewarding to bake with.

Allergen Information: This product contains rye (gluten) and may contain traces of wheat (gluten) due to shared production facilities. Not suitable for individuals with rye or wheat allergies, gluten intolerance or coeliac disease.

Additional Options:

Looking for a different flour? Check out our other listings for White, Wholegrain, Spelt or Gluten Free sourdough starters to suit different grains and baking styles.

Please note: The starter will be labelled with a use-by date of 1 week from dispatch or 4 months for dried. Please activate it before this time.

Satisfaction Guarantee: We offer a 30-day return policy. If you’re not completely satisfied, contact us through our website and we’ll be happy to help.