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Last updated: February 2026

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About the Author
Written by an artisan sourdough enthusiast with years of home-baking experience. This guide is based on professional baker's percentage methodology and extensive testing with various flour types and hydration levels.

Disclaimer: Baking results vary based on flour type, ambient temperature, starter health, and technique. Use this guide and our sourdough hydration calculator as a starting point, then adjust to your conditions.

Ready to calculate? Use our free sourdough hydration calculator to get exact ingredient weights for your next bake.