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About Our Flour

Why is our milling process unique?

We use a high-velocity milling technology from the 1930’s called the “Unifine Mill”. This mill shatters it into minute particles, yielding the finest whole wheat grind on the market. We resurrected the old mill, we resurrected the old wheat, and we r

Why is your flour different?

Our flour is 100% organic heritage wheat, grown in our own fields and milled on a rare 1930s Unifine mill. Heritage wheat is pre-1950s and pre-hybridized, which many people find gentler on digestion and more flavorful. Because we’re farmer-owned, we

Can I eat this if I have a gluten sensitivity?

Many people find heritage wheat more digestible. There have been many changes in wheat since the 1950’s that make modern wheat less digestible for many people. While everyone is different, many people have found the heritage grains we use to make our

Is your flour gluten-free?

No—our flour is not gluten-free. But here’s what we hear time and again: thousands of customers with gluten sensitivities and allergies have said they’re able to tolerate our flour. While every body is different, that feedback has been echoed again a

Is your flour bleached, bromated, enriched, or altered?

No to all of the above. It is simply wheat.

What is your flour’s protein content?

Our flour ranges between 12–14% protein, higher than most conventional all-purpose flours (9–11%). This means stronger doughs, loftier breads, and crispier crusts. Protein content fluctuates slightly year to year depending on harvest conditions—but t

How is your flour milled?

We use a Unifine mill, a high-velocity machine from the 1930s that shatters the grain into ultrafine particles in a single pass. Unlike roller mills, it keeps the bran and germ intact and evenly distributed, making our flour silky, flavorful, and nut

What is the best way to store your flour?

We do not put an expiration date on our flour because it all depends on how it is stored. Our flour will last a very long time if kept cool and dry. You can freeze it if you wish but most people don’t find it necessary. If you decide to freeze it, ma

Can we use your flour in a bread machine?

Yes, many of our customers have had great luck with their bread machines. Generally our flour substitutes one for one so you should be able to use the recipe and instructions that came with your bread machine.

Can I use your flour in any recipe?

Yes, generally substitutes one for one so you can use it in any of your favorite recipes.

Do I need to change my recipes when using Sunrise Flour Mill products?

Our flour should substitute one-for-one in any recipe. Try it in all your favorite recipes!

How can I find out the nutrient content of your flours?

The nutrient content of our flours can be found on the product packaging as well as on our website. If you need details to suit specific health conditions such as chronic kidney disease, please feel free to reach out for the complete nutrient informa

Is your flour organic?

Yes—100% certified organic. No pesticides, no synthetic fertilizers. Just wheat, sunshine, soil, and care.