Overall Rating: 4/5
Summary: this has great texture. Biting into it, it's crispy (after toasting) and has a hearty chew. There are oat flakes on the crust, but they don't really add that much in terms of texture or flavour. The flavour of the bread is a slightly salty taste but nothing else really pops (no spices or seeds, nada). It's thus a neutral flavour and pairs well with pretty much everything I can think of. A downside is the high calorie count--120 calories for only 1 slice. But hey, it comes in a 100% biodegradable bag
Where to buy: Fortinos
Ingredients:* Organic Whole Grain Wheat Flour, Organic Whole Grain Rye Flour, Spring Water, Organic Whole Grain Mix (Golden Flaxseeds, Cracked Corn, Sunflower Seeds, Cracked Spelt, Cracked Soya, Cracked Millet, Cracked Buckwheat, Cracked Barley, Sesame Seeds, Poppy Seeds, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar, Sea Salt, Yeast, Malt Flour (Barley), Sourdough (Organic Whole Grain Rye Flour, Spring Water, Natural Bacterial Culture).
*These are the ingredients listed on the package and differ slightly from those listed on the website.
Nutritional Facts
Serving size: 1 slice
Calories: 120
Fat: 3g
Saturated: .4g
Trans: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 65mg
Carbohydrate: 21g
Fibre: 4g
Sugars: 0g
Protein: 5g
Calcium: 2%
Iron: 10%
If you're thinking of switching your regular bread brand, Stickling's is one of your best bets. The ingredients are organic and wholesome and the company is involved in community and environmental initiatives.
This 12 grain bread has some pretty great nutritionals, despite the calorie count (240 calories for two slices--yikes!). It's low in saturated fat, low in sodium, and has ZERO grams of sugar. That's pretty fantastic. The protein content is reasonable as well. Because I'm a bit of a stickler in the way I balance my calories, this particular bread is not for me. I know I can find another one that has 2 slices for similar a calorie count and with comparable nutrition (e.g. Stickling's Light Rye Bread).
Nonetheless, I'd still pick this up from time to time when it's on sale or if it's the best brand available at the grocery store of the day.
Other bread products (all vegan):
- 7 Grain Big Toast
- Red Fife Omega 3 Bread
- Light Rye Bread
- Bountiful Raisin Bread (reviewed here)
- Gluten & Dairy Free Rice Bread
- "Our breads, bagels and muffins are dairy and egg free, and are baked with un-modified, organic heritage whole grains..."
- Verified organic
- Certified Vegan
- Supports local farmers
- Certified gluten free products
- Uses alternative energy sources, biodegradable bags
- Supports many community initiatives
- Supports the Canadian Diabetes Association
- Since 1939
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