Lineage 02 – San Francisco (200+ Years)
Dehydrated Sourdough Starter
$19.00 AUD
A living link to one of the most iconic sourdough traditions in the world.
Lineage 02 traces its origins back over 200 years to the early baking communities of San Francisco during the Gold Rush era, when sourdough became a daily staple for miners, bakers, and settlers in the absence of commercial yeast. In the city’s cool coastal fog and shifting maritime air, wild yeasts and naturally occurring lactic bacteria established a culture unlike anywhere else — evolving into the bold, tangy bread style that would come to define San Francisco sourdough.
Over time, this culture was carried forward through generations of bakers, quietly maintained as part of the city’s enduring baking identity. What began as a necessity became a tradition — and eventually, a defining symbol of artisan breadmaking worldwide.
Lineage 02 continues that story today.
A bold, classic sourdough with a thin, crisp crust and an open, chewy crumb. The flavour is distinctly tangy, led by a bright lactic acidity that develops quickly on the palate. Underneath sits a subtle grain sweetness and a deeper fermented sharpness that lingers, giving the bread its characteristic “San Francisco” sour finish — clean, pronounced, and unmistakably vibrant.
Each culture is preserved through a careful process designed to honour its original character while ensuring it remains in a state of exceptional vitality. Rather than altering its natural profile, we maintain it within a tightly controlled balance of hydration, temperature, and refresh cycles — a “Goldilocks” zone that protects its historical integrity while keeping the microorganisms active and resilient.
The result is a living culture that carries its original depth and complexity, yet is primed for immediate revival. When reactivated, it awakens predictably, delivering a highly active fermentation that reflects both its heritage and the precision of its care.
We stand behind the vitality of our sourdough starter cultures. If your starter fails to activate following the included instructions, we’ll replace it at no cost.
To qualify, simply follow the activation guide provided and contact us within 4 weeks of purchase with a brief description of your process. We may request a few details to help troubleshoot before issuing a replacement, so we can ensure everything is set up for success next time.
Our goal is simple: to get you baking with a healthy, active starter as quickly as possible.
You can read more from our Activation Guarantee policy.
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