Heritage grains grown sustainably for exceptional flavor and unmatched nutritional value
Palouse Heritage Mercantile offers premium heritage grains grown in the Palouse region of Washington State. Heritage grains provide richer flavor, higher nutrition, and better digestion than modern grains. Our regenerative farming practices ensure every harvest nurtures the soil, protects biodiversity, is free from glyphosate, and remains 100% non-GMO. Shop our whole grains for your milling and baking needs to create authentic foods with deep history and superior taste.
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| Grain | Type | Kernel Texture | Kernel Color | Planting Season | Flavor Profile | Used For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Eden™ | Wheat | Hard | White | Spring | Sweet, light | Whole-wheat white bread |
| English Redhead™ | Wheat | Soft | Red | Winter | Rich, tangy | Pasta Scones Biscuits Flatbreads Wheat beer |
| Turkey Red | Wheat | Hard | Red | Winter | Nutty, full, complex | Whole-wheat bread |
| White Sonora | Wheat | Soft | White | Spring | Sweet, buttery | Pastries Flatbreads Frybreads Biscuits Malt |
| Purple Egyptian™ | Barley | Soft | Blue-black | Winter or Spring | Mellow, nutty, coffee undertones | Malt Muffins Scones Pancakes Flatbreads Soups Grain bowls |
| Scots Bere™ | Barley | Hard | Yellow-brown | Winter or Spring | Vibrant, lightly herbal | Malt Scones Flatbreads |
| Elwha River | Spelt | Semi-hard | Tawny brown | Winter | Mild, toasty | Breads Pasta |
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Learn about heritage grains and the crucial benefits they have over modern conventional varieties.
Baking with whole heritage grains can be a little different. Learn how to bake with our grains.