Why Mill Our Own Grain: Country Living Brand Mill

Imagine having a kitchen tool that lets you turn grains into flour right in your home. That’s what the Country Living Grain Mill does. It’s a special machine made by a company called Country Living that’s all about helping people live closer to the land and make their own food.

Who is Country Living?

Country Living is a company that believes in quality and living in harmony with nature. They make tools and equipment for people who want to be more self-sufficient, like their Grain Mill.

What Makes the Mill Special?

The Country Living Grain Mill is strong and well-made. It’s built to last for a long time because it’s made from tough materials like aluminum and stainless steel. You can count on it to work well for years to come, possibly generations!

The Quest for Superior Grinding Plates

Fine – Tough – Long Lasting – High-Carbon Steel: Country Living Grinding Plates: Note from the Company

When I started manufacturing the Country Living Grain Mill we used a cast iron plate made from sand castings. They worked, but there was not enough control over every aspect of the grinding plate. So recently we decided to spend thousands of dollars more on an injection die that would allow us to create individual wax patterns for each set of plates. For many centuries artisans of fine (and very expensive) sculptings have used this “Lost Wax” process for reproducing their masterpieces.

This state of the art “investment” casting method is so accurate that it could reproduce even a fingerprint if necessary. So, just like the great sculptors who have captured their timeless and priceless creations in metal over the centuries, each set of Country Living high-carbon steel grinding plates is formed using a refined version of the ancient time-proven lost wax process.

Each plate has its own wax model which is coated with a colloidal silica slurry. Then, it’s put into an autoclave (an oven using both heat and pressure). This, of course, melts the wax (Lost Wax) leaving only the shell. This shell, because of the heat and pressure, turns into an extraordinarily tough monolithic structure.

Finally, 3,000 degree molten high-carbon steel is poured into the shells. Once cooled and hardened, the plates must be machined to assure complete flatness. No other grinding plates in the world go through more exhaustive processes than the plates for your Country Living Mill.

Jack Jenkins
Country Living Productions

Corn & Bean Auger:

The corn and bean auger set up requires three keys. The purpose of the keys are to lock the different rotating parts of the grinder to the drive shaft so they all turn as one unit. There’s a key locking the flywheel wheel to the drive shaft on the other side of the mill, another to lock the corn and bean auger to the drive shaft, and on the end of the grinder a third key to lock the rotating burr of the grinder to the drive shaft.

New *2024* Peanut Butter Attachment

With the Peanut Butter+Plus Accessory, you can easily convert your Country Living Grain Mill into a lean, mean nut-butter making machine:  The Peanut Butter+Plus Mill! With it’s patented system, it processes even the largest peanuts that leave other mills clogged and useless.  Country Living has tested this thoroughly!

You can convert your mill back to a grain grinder at any time, by reinstalling the grinding plates (with a Country Living Mill – sold separately).

This attachment is intended for soft oily nuts such as peanuts, cashews, pecans and walnuts.  It is not intended for almonds.

   

Craftsmanship and Tradition

The Country Living Grain Mill stands as a testament to craftsmanship and tradition. Made in the USA, each mill is meticulously crafted from high-quality materials, ensuring durability and longevity. Its solid cast aircraft aluminum body and stainless steel components guarantee years, even generations, of reliable service.

The Importance of Home Milling

In an era dominated by processed foods, the Country Living Grain Mill champions the return to simplicity and nutrition. Here’s why having one in your home is invaluable:

1. Nutritional Superiority: Freshly milled flour retains essential nutrients that are often lost in commercially processed varieties. By milling grains at home, individuals can ensure they’re getting the full spectrum of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
2. Flavor and Aroma: Nothing compares to the aroma of freshly ground flour. The Country Living Mill allows users to experience the full depth of flavor that comes from milling grains on-demand, enhancing the taste and quality of baked goods and meals.
3. Self-Sufficiency: In an uncertain world, the mill empowers individuals to produce their own flour, reducing the reliance on outside sources
4. Versatility: From fine pastry flour to coarse cornmeal, the Country Living Mill offers unparalleled versatility. Its adjustable settings cater to a wide range of grain types and milling preferences, making it suitable for diverse culinary preferences.
5. Sustainability: By milling grains at home, individuals can minimize their carbon footprint and reduce packaging waste.

Conclusion

The Country Living Grain Mill is more than a kitchen gadget. It’s a way to connect with your food and the land it comes from. Whether an experienced cook or just starting out, this mill allows you the capability to make delicious, healthy food right in your own kitchen. Happy grinding!