A Taste of History: Our Heritage Grain Breads

Wholesome, flavorful, and connected to the past. Explore the depth of flavor only ancient grains can offer.

A rustic, dark heritage grain loaf with a deeply scored crust on an artisan wooden board, with scattered grains around it.

What Are Heritage & Ancient Grains?

Heritage and ancient grains are varieties of wheat and other cereals that have not been subjected to modern, intensive breeding. They are grown on a smaller scale and often retain more of their original nutritional value, flavor, and character. At LUANNE E ANILE, we believe in honoring these traditions, bringing you bread that's not just food, but a taste of enduring history.

Artistic side-by-side comparison illustrating a tall, slender modern wheat stalk versus a stockier, more robust ancient Einkorn wheat stalk, highlighting their distinct forms and natural beauty.
Modern vs. Ancient: A visual difference you can taste.

Meet Our Grains

A close-up of amber spelt kernels.

Spelt

An ancient cousin of wheat with a nutty, slightly sweet flavor and higher protein. Often found to be more easily digested than modern wheat.

A close-up of small, golden einkorn kernels.

Einkorn

Considered the oldest form of wheat, Einkorn is rich in protein and carotenoids, with a sweet flavor and silky texture that truly stands out.

A close-up of large, pale yellow Kamut (Khorasan wheat) grains.

Kamut

Known for its large grains, distinctive buttery flavor, and firm texture. Kamut is a celebrated source of zinc, magnesium, and selenium.

A close-up of dark, angular rye grains.

Rye

While not always strictly 'ancient', our stone-ground rye adds a deep, earthy flavor and delightful texture, naturally lower in gluten.

Why Choose Heritage Grains?

  • Deeper, More Complex Flavors

    Our heritage loaves offer taste profiles far beyond standard bread, with earthy, sweet, or nutty notes that invite you to truly savor each bite.

  • Enhanced Nutrition

    These grains are often higher in protein, fiber, and essential minerals compared to their modern counterparts, contributing to a more wholesome diet.

  • A Different Gluten Structure

    While not gluten-free, the unique gluten structure in heritage grains leads some individuals with non-celiac gluten sensitivity to find them more digestible.

  • Supporting Biodiversity

    By choosing heritage grains, you help us support agricultural diversity, ensuring these valuable varieties continue to be cultivated for generations to come.

Taste the Heritage - Order a Loaf

Our Heritage Grain breads are typically available on a rotating basis as the Baker's Weekly Special. This ensures we can bring you the freshest, most exciting flavors from our careful grain selections.

Don't miss out on these unique offerings! Check our weekly updates or consider adding them to your bread subscription plan for guaranteed enjoyment.

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