Question 1

What is the best flour for freshly milled flour Irish soda bread?

Accepted Answer

Hard red wheat berries milled fresh on the finest setting produce a golden, nutty loaf with deep whole grain flavor. Hard white wheat berries work well too if you prefer a milder flavor.

Question 2

Can you use fresh milled flour for Irish soda bread?

Accepted Answer

Yes, freshly milled flour works beautifully here. Mill on the finest setting, skip sifting, and allow a one-hour rest so the bran fully hydrates before shaping.

Question 3

Can I use sourdough discard in this recipe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, both sourdough discard and active starter work equally well. Either goes straight into the wet ingredients without any prep.

Question 4

Does freshly milled flour bread taste different?

Accepted Answer

Yes, noticeably so. Hard red wheat produces a robust, nutty flavor that store-bought whole wheat flour cannot replicate.

Question 5

What is the difference between Irish soda bread and Irish brown bread?

Accepted Answer

Traditional Irish soda bread uses white flour while Irish brown bread uses whole wheat flour. This recipe is a sourdough brown soda bread made with 100% freshly milled hard red wheat.

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