Organic Sourdough Starter Culture Dehydrated Sourdough Starter

This 154-year-old Portuguese sourdough starter is an organic, heirloom culture originating from São Miguel, Azores to Oak Bluffs, Martha's Vineyard to New Bedford, MA in the 19th century. 

Bring the tradition of artisan bread baking to your kitchen with our Starter, featuring authentic sourdough starter cultures inspired by generations of Portuguese baking heritage. Our starter culture contains naturally occurring wild yeast and beneficial bacteria that help create flavorful, naturally fermented bread. 

  • Organic Dehydrated Sourdough Starter – Shelf-stable and easy to ship, this dormant starter simply needs flour and water to reactivate. Perfect for beginners or gifting to other bakers. Ready to bake on the 4th day.

Key Details About the Starter

  • Origin: Traces back to 19th-century Azorean settlers, with ties to the 1870s, making it roughly 154 years old.
  • Profile: Known for a very strong, tangy, and complex flavor profile suitable for traditional loaves, rustic bread, and rolls.

Start baking real sourdough today and experience the timeless craft of naturally fermented bread.