{"product_id":"bundle-save-25-wheat-starter-flakes","title":"Wheat Flakes Bundle \u0026 Save 25%","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBundle and save 25% off our regular single price!\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePurchase our twin pack for when you need a back-up or an extra one for a mate! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Active Rye Starter—Without The Wait\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"478\" data-start=\"212\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake the hassle out of starting your own sourdough starter from scratch—which can take months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"478\" data-start=\"212\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith our dried starter flakes you’ll have an active, thriving starter in just days.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"741\" data-start=\"480\"\u003eShelf-stable for \u003cstrong data-end=\"547\" data-start=\"497\"\u003emonths — even years — with no feeding required\u003c\/strong\u003e, they’re ready whenever you are. Once reactivated, they behave just like a fresh starter — \u003cstrong data-end=\"669\" data-start=\"639\"\u003ebubbly, active, and strong\u003c\/strong\u003e — without the uncertainty of receiving a neglected or weakened starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Starter \"Age Myth\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany people think an older sourdough starter is better, but that’s a myth. What really matters is how active and well cared for your starter is. Once activated, a starter quickly adapts to its new environment within days, developing a unique balance of yeast and bacteria from your kitchen and the flour you use. With consistent feeding and quality ingredients, any healthy starter — young or old — becomes strong, bubbly, and ready to bake beautiful bread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Use Whole-Rye Flour To Feed Your Starter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhole rye flour is a popular choice for sourdough starters because it encourages fast, reliable fermentation and is easier to maintain—especially for beginners. Its high nutrient and enzyme content not only fuels a more active \u0026amp; reliable culture \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaking it the perfect starter to keep during colder months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughmate.com.au\/collections\/whole-rye-flour\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePurchase organic whole rye flour here\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌻 ACTIVE STARTER OR WE'LL REPLACE IT \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur starter is guaranteed to be vigorous, reliable \u0026amp; ready to bake once activated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌻 FASTER FERMENTATION \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhole rye flour is rich in enzymes and nutrients that feed the natural yeast and bacteria, leading to quicker and more vigorous fermentation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌻 EASIER TO MAINTAIN DURING COOLER MONTHS \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts high nutrient and enzyme content not only fuels a more active \u0026amp; reliable culture \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emaking it the perfect starter to keep during colder months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌻 DEEPER FLAVOUR \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe enzyme activity in rye flour can boost acetic acid production, giving your bread a more complex, tangy sour flavour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌻 MORE NUTRIENT DENSE \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole rye is high in fibre, minerals, and micronutrients, which provide an excellent food source for a healthy starter culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌻 BEGINNER FRIENDLY \u0026amp; FORGIVING \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhole-r\u003cspan\u003eye starters are generally more resilient and can go longer between feedings, making them a great choice if you’re new to sourdough or not baking daily.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAvoid Over-Processed Flour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid using supermarket plain or cake flour, as these are heavily processed and often contain additives. They lack the nutrients needed to support the healthy bacteria and yeasts that keep your sourdough strong, active, and thriving. We recommend using stoneground and local flour where possible, see our range of \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughmate.com.au\/collections\/australian-organic-flours\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eorganic Australian bread flour here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Activate Your Starter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply follow our easy to follow instructions \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughmate.com.au\/blogs\/news\/starter-maintenance\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMade with 100% Australian organic whole rye flour from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.wholegrain.com.au\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWholegrain Milling Company\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eContains \u003cstrong\u003egluten\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eMixing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sourdoughmate.com.au\/products\/sourdough-mate-starter-jar\"\u003eJar\u003c\/a\u003e not included. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOURDOUGHMATE.COM.AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48394160701684,"sku":"RYE STARTER TWO PACK","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/2807\/3460\/products\/E4BEB0B5-6877-4DF2-BDB6-4D2485F17C22.jpg?v=1766013065","url":"https:\/\/sourdoughmate.com.au\/products\/bundle-save-25-wheat-starter-flakes","provider":"Sourdough Mate","version":"1.0","type":"link"}