Great River Milling Organic Dark Rye Flour Whole Grain, Non-GMO, Kosher, Unbromated Earthy Flavor for Rye Bread, Sourdough Starter, Bagels, Crackers & Artisan Baking 5 Lb

This is a really nice dark rye flour if you're baking anything with depth of flavor. The grind is consistent and fine enough to work smoothly into dough without that gritty texture some rye flours have. It blends well with bread flour and doesn't fight hydration, which makes it easier to work into sourdough or hybrid loaves. The flavor is where this really stands out. It has that earthy, slightly tangy rye profile without being overly sharp or bitter. I used it in a sourdough blend and it added a noticeable complexity without overpowering the loaf. It also performed well in smaller percentages where you just want that subtle rye note. The packaging was intact and the flour felt fresh with no off smell, which is always something I check right away. I also like that it's organic and unbromated, which is harder to find in rye flours compared to standard wheat options. If you bake regularly, this is a good one to keep on hand for adding flavor and character to breads without making the dough difficult to handle. Great quality overall.