When it comes to long term food storage wheat is a great place to start. If done right, wheat can store for a very long time, way longer than flour. However, one thing that gets overlooked is a good grinder so that you can actually use the wheat. This past week on the Backdoor Survival blog they reviewed in depth The 7 best wheat grinders. It’s a great article that you should check out.
Their top pick is the NutriMill classic high-speed grain/flour mill. It is very durable, you can switch between coarse to fine grinding, and you can grind a wide range of grains at 5 cups per minute.
Ranked second was the Kitchen Mill Electric Grain Mill. This is a durable, easy to use grinder that can grind up to a pound of grains per minute. It can however be a bit messy.
Coming in at number three was the County Living Hand Grain Mill. This is a non-electric grinder that would come in very handy in a situation where you were without electricity. There are also a lot less parts that can “go out” and make the grinder unusable. This durable, easy to use grinder comes with a lifetime warranty and can grind wheat as fast as you can turn the handle. It is built like a tank and made to last.
Number four on the list is the KoMo Classic Mill. This beautifully designed, easy to clean grinder is durable and comes with a 12-year warranty. It can grind about 9 oz. of flour per minute.
Fifth on the list is the KitchenAid KGM All Metal Grain Mill Attachment. This is not a standalone grinder. Rather it is an attachemt that you use with a KitchenAid Mixer. This safe and dependable attachment is easy to attach and use. It comes with an extended warranty and if you already have a KitchenAid Mixer might be the way to go for grinding your wheat into flour.
The VKP Deluxe Grain Mill is the sixth grinder on the list. If you are on a budget and looking for a great option the Deluxe Grain Mill may be it. It is another had crank option so it shouldn’t break down on you. It is easy to assemble and can grind a wide range of grains. It also has a nice mounting clamp. While it does have a pretty small hopper capacity, it is definitely a good affordable option.
The final grinder on the list is the MRbrew Malt Crusher. This high quality wheat grinder is also great for those on a budget. This durable grinder has both electrical and manual modes. It lifetime warranty and is easy to use. It has a huge hopper that can hold about 7 pounds of wheat. In electric mode it can grind that 7 pounds in about 10 minutes.
Being able to grind all that wheat in your food storage is essential to your survival. Make sure you have a grinder that is up to the task!
