In the quiet hills of Appalachia, bread has always been more than food, it is a symbol of care, connection, and resilience. 

For over 200 years, the sourdough culture now known as Appalachia Wildwood has been lovingly passed down through German and Irish grannies who believed in nourishing their families the slow and steady way.   

Today, we are honored to share this living tradition with you, simplified for your modern kitchen.   

🥖 A Starter With History Our original sourdough culture began in the late 1700s in the area that is now Perry County, Kentucky. Kept alive by generations of bakers, it carries the wild yeasts and tangy depth of Appalachia in every bubble and rise.   This is not just sourdough. 

It is heritage you can taste.   

🌱 Why Choose Appalachia Wildwood Sourdough?

✅ Fuss-Free, Waste-Free Baking Forget daily feedings and tossing out starter discard. Our dehydrated cultures wait patiently until you are ready to bake.   

✅ For Every Kitchen Whether you are an experienced artisan baker or brand new to sourdough, our starters are approachable and easy to love.   

✅ Artisan Flavors From our classic 200-Year-Old Heritage Starter to the cozy sweetness of Herman Sweet Starter and the decadence of Deep Chocolate Starter, there is something for every baker.   

🍞 Bake With Us At Appalachia Wildwood Sourdough, we believe bread is better when it is shared. Whether you are baking for your family, gifting to friends, or treating yourself to warm, homemade loaves, our starters make it simple to keep the tradition alive.   

🛒 Ready to start your sourdough journey? Browse our Etsy shop here.   

Or join our mailing list to get baking tips, recipes, and a free printable Heritage Bread Recipe Card!   

✨ “Wildwood is more than sourdough. It is a taste of Appalachia, a piece of history, and a promise: no feeding, no discard, no waste - just great bread.”