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Ancient Grain Flour - Rye, Spelt, Khorasan, Einkorn, Emmer & More

Ancient Grains is a term used to describe the 4 original domesticated wheats, grains and pseudocereals. The four main Ancient grains used in baking flour are Rye, Einkorn, Emmer, Spelt and Khorasan. The species are often 8000 to 10000 years old as opposed to modern varieties of grain which could be only a few decades and heritage varieties of wheat which would be hundreds of years. Other Ancient grains include Amaranth, Barley, Freeka, Quinoa, Millet and Buckwheat.

Ancient grain flour is becoming more popular, they are often less refined and less processed than modern varieties of wheat. This is particularly true in their wholegrain form. Ancient grains in their wholegrain form contain a significant amount of vitamins, minerals and fibre than more common cereals like corn, rice and modern wheats.

Most popular Ancient Grain Flours:

Rye Flour.

Rye flour is a type of flour made from rye grain. Rye is a cereal grain similar to wheat but with a slightly stronger, more distinct flavor. Rye flour can range in color from light to dark, depending on how much of the outer bran layer is included in the milling process.

Rye flour contains less gluten than wheat flour, which gives baked goods made with rye flour a denser texture. It is often used in combination with wheat flour to make bread, giving the bread a hearty flavor and a dense, chewy texture. Rye flour is also used to make other baked goods such as crackers, cookies, and pancakes.

Rye flour is rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making it a nutritious choice for baking. It is particularly high in fiber compared to wheat flour, which can help support digestive health and regulate blood sugar levels.

Einkorn Flour. 

Einkorn is an ancient grain flour that is gaining popularity due to its nutritional benefits and unique flavor. It is made from einkorn wheat, one of the earliest forms of cultivated wheat. Einkorn wheat has a higher protein content than modern wheat and is also a good source of essential nutrients like iron and magnesium.

Einkorn flour has a slightly nutty flavor and can be used in baking in a similar way to other wheat flours, although it may require some adjustments to recipes due to its different gluten content. It's often used to make bread, pasta, pancakes, and other baked goods. Many people choose einkorn flour as an alternative to modern wheat flour because of its nutritional profile and potential health benefits.

Spelt Flour.

Spelt flour is another ancient grain flour that has gained popularity in recent years. It is made from spelt, an ancient grain that is a distant cousin of modern wheat. Spelt has a nutty flavor and a slightly sweet taste.

Spelt flour contains gluten, but its gluten structure is different from that of modern wheat, which some people find easier to digest. It also has a higher protein content than modern wheat flour and is a good source of essential nutrients such as fiber, iron, and magnesium.

Spelt flour can be used as a substitute for wheat flour in many recipes, including bread, pasta, cookies, and pancakes. However, it does have a slightly different texture and may require some adjustments to recipes. Overall, spelt flour is a popular choice for people looking for an alternative to modern wheat flour due to its nutritional benefits and unique flavor.

Buy Ancient Grain Flour at Ratton Pantry.

  • Matthews Cotswold Stoneground Light Rye & Dark Rye Flour

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    Matthews Cotswold Stoneground Light Rye Flour is made using traditional methods and is then blended for a lighter rye flour in comparison to our St...

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  • Matthews Cotswold Stoneground Wholegrain Spelt Flour 16kg

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    Matthews Cotswold Wholegrain Spelt Flour is rich in flavour and a great healthy option with it being easier to digest rather than normal flours. M...

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  • Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Dark Rye Flour 16kg - Ratton Pantry

    Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Dark Rye Flour

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    Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Dark Rye Flour easily produces an authentic 100% rye bread, rich in colour, with a traditional full flavour. ...

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  • Matthews Cotswold Stoneground Wholegrain Spelt Flour 1.5kg, 4.5kg & 7.5kg

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    Matthews Cotswold Wholegrain Spelt Flour is rich in flavour and a great healthy option with it being easier to digest rather than normal flours. Mi...

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  • Marriage's Dark Rye Wholemeal Flour - Ratton Pantry

    Marriage's Dark Rye Wholemeal Flour

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    Marriage's 100% wholemeal dark rye flour is milled from the whole rye kernel to give a rich flavour and dense character to bread. It can be used to...

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  • Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Dark Rye Flour 1.5kg, 4.5kg & 7.5kg

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    Creating a denser bread than wheat flour, Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Dark Rye Flour is a wholemeal flour with a dark dense character. P...

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  • Stoates Organic Stoneground Wholemeal Spelt Flour

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    Ratton Pantry is pleased to welcome Stoates and their premium range of British artisan organic flours. Stoates Organic Stoneground Wholemeal Spelt ...

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  • Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Wholegrain Spelt Flour 1.5kg, 4.5kg & 7.5kg

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    Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Wholegrain Spelt Flour is a beautiful nutty slightly sweet all-purpose flour.  Rich in flavour, our wholemeal...

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  • Shipton Mill Organic Wholemeal Spelt Flour

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    Shipton Mill Organic Wholemeal Spelt Flour, now available at Ratton Pantry and forming part of a larger selection of Shipton Mill's incredible arti...

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  • Marriage's Wholemeal Spelt Flour

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    Marriage's Wholemeal Spelt Flour. 100% wholemeal spelt flour, delivering the natural goodness of the ancient Spelt grain. Protein: 15%+ Ingredients...

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    Matthews Cotswold Organic Stoneground Wholemeal Spelt

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    Matthews Organic Wholegrain Spelt flour is traditionally stoneground milled from 100% of the Spelt grain. This Dark Spelt flour has a beautiful nut...

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    Gilchesters Organics Stoneground Organic Wholemeal Rye Flour

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    Gilchesters Organics' 100 % Rye is now grown on farm at Gilchesters. After 5 years of research they have now established a variety that grows well ...

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    Gilchesters Organics Stoneground Organic Wholemeal Spelt Flour

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    Gilchesters Organics' Wholemeal Spelt Flour is finely milled to give you a silky texture and maximum flavour. Gilchesters' grow a true Spelt variet...

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  • Wessex Mill Wholemeal Rye Bread Flour 1.5kg

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    toneground in Wessex Mill's traditional stone mill, 100% of the grain is used in this pure rye flour, which produces tasty close textured bakes. St...

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  • Gilchesters Organics Rye Grain

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    Gilchesters Organics' Rye Grain is now grown on farm at Gilchesters. After 5 years of research they have established a variety of rye that grows we...

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    Shipton Mill Organic Dark Rye Flour (T1370)

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    Shipton Mill Organic Dark Rye Flour (T1370), now available at Ratton Pantry and forming part of a larger selection of Shipton Mill's incredible art...

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