WHO & HOW
At Demarest Mill Baking, bread is more than just food—it’s a craft, a tradition, and a commitment to doing things the right way. Every loaf we bake carries with it the dedication of true bakers who believe real sourdough should taste as good as it is for you.
Real
No shortcuts, no manufactured attitude. What you see is what you get: clean label bread made with simple, wholesome ingredients. It’s the kind of bread we feel good serving to our own families.
Smart
We know sourdough inside and out: how it should smell, feel, and taste, and why it’s better for you. With a mature starter, a required 24-hour fermentation process, and recipes developed over years of testing, our bread is the result of both tradition and expertise.
Humble
Our craftsmanship and decades of experience speak for themselves through the taste and quality of our products. What matters most to us is earning trust with every loaf, baked with care each day.
Warm
We’re parents, friends, and neighbors who care deeply about what goes into the food we share. We know how important nourishment is, which is why our bread is easy to digest, made without added sugar, and crafted without seed oils, because wholesome food should be both good for you and truly enjoyable.
ACTIVE STARTER
It all begins with our living sourdough starter - over 10 years in the making. This bubbling Foundation is what gives our bagels their distinct flavor, natural rise, and gut-friendly benefits.
MIX
We blend clean, simple ingredients – flour, water, & salt – into a dough that’s balanced, hearty, and nourishing. Every batch is carefully mixed by our bakers to develop the structure and strength that set sourdough bagels apart, giving them their signature character.
PROOF
Patience is the secret ingredient. Our bagels proof slowly, allowing the dough to ferment for a full 24 hours. This long rest develops rich flavor, boosts digestibility, and ensures a perfect chewy bite.
BAKE
Finally, we bake them to golden perfection; crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, with that classic sourdough tang. Every bagel carries the warmth of our ovens and the craftsmanship of true bakers.