Gilchesters Organics Wholemeal Rye Flour

Rooted in Northumberland, milled at Duchess Farms. Gilchesters Organics was founded in 2007 at Gilchesters Farm near Hadrian’s Wall, by organic pioneers Andrew and Sybille Wilkinson. In early 2023 the brand moved to Duchess Farms, who relocated the original milling equipment and continue the same small‑batch, stone-milled approach on UK organic grain — still sourcing grain from the original founders alongside an expanding network of organic farms.

Why you’ll like baking with it: Expect deep, earthy flavour and a moist crumb — ideal for rye blends and sourdough. It’s a great match for sourdough and cakes, and shines in slower ferments where flavour has time to develop.

• Best for: Sourdough, Cakes.
• What to expect: Earthy, complex flavour and a tender, moist crumb.
• Handling: Rye can feel sticky and benefits from gentler handling and a shorter mix; consider blending with a strong flour base.
• Milling note: Stoneground on organic grain (no bleaching agents; no improvers).

Quick tip: If you’re switching from roller‑milled flour, adjust water by feel — give the dough 10–15 minutes to settle, then tweak.