What is a Levain And How is it Different From a Starter?
September 4, 2020
What’s the difference between a sourdough starter and a levain? And when do I use a levain?
This collection of sourdough reference posts will help with the more technical side of sourdough bread baking. Learn the difference between a sourdough starter and a levain, the meaning behind common terms, and more.
Start with my post on the difference between a sourdough starter and a levain and then head over to my dedicated sourdough reference page for even more.
What’s the difference between a sourdough starter and a levain? And when do I use a levain?