1-Year NutriMill Classic Grain Mill Review: The Truth About Fresh Flour at Home
The NutriMill Classic Grain Mill has been in my kitchen for a year now, and I thought it was time to share my honest experience. This isn’t one of my normal blog posts, but I felt like it needed to be added because I’ve had people from different platforms asking me about my grain mill.
Since I already had a YouTube video review out there, I figured it was time to sit down and write out my updated thoughts for you.
When I first started researching grain mills, I knew I wanted one that would fit my lifestyle—not just look pretty on the counter. After digging into reviews and comparisons, I landed on the NutriMill Classic Grain Mill.
My plan was never to leave it sitting out. Instead, I wanted something that could mill a big enough batch to last me a couple of weeks, and then be tucked away until the next round. Capacity, storage, and price all played a big role in my decision. A year later, I can say the Classic was the right choice for me.
Why I Still Love My NutriMill Classic Grain Mill After a Year
- Practical for My Needs – Milling about 4 cups of grain at a time gives me enough flour to last 2 weeks. Around here, we mix our freshly milled whole wheat with unbleached all-purpose flour.
My kids aren’t fully on board with 100% whole wheat yet—but progress is progress! I still don’t think they’ll ever give up fresh white bread completely—they turn their noses up at store-bought loaves and won’t touch them! But hey, baby steps count as wins in my book.
- Hard Red Wheat & Kamut – So far, I’ve experimented with hard red wheat and kamut—each for different reasons. They both work differently, as you’ll quickly discover if you start milling your own flour.
I’m excited about branching out and mixing in other wheat types soon. Lately, I’ve been reading up on which grains act more like unbleached all-purpose flour in baking. Maybe by next year, I’ll be ready to share an update on that journey.
- Consistency & Durability – Dozens of batches later, it still runs like new. I never worry about whether it can handle the next grind.
Another detail I love—it’s designed and assembled right here in the USA, which gives me even more confidence in the quality and longevity of my grain mill.
- Ease of Use – Fill the hopper, choose your texture, and let it go. Cleanup takes just a few minutes.
It’s also surprisingly fast for the amount of grain it can process, though like most mills, it does make some noise while running. For me, the trade-off is well worth it.
The Benefits of Using a Grain Mill at Home
There’s a lot of debate about nutrients being lost if flour isn’t used immediately after grinding. For me, I use enough flour often enough that milling in larger batches works perfectly.
Here’s what I’ve noticed in my own kitchen:
- Fresher flavor – If you’re used to only baking with all-purpose flour, fresh-milled wheat is definitely an acquired taste. It can take some time to get used to the new flavor profile.
But I think it’s absolutely worth it once you learn how much is taken out of wheat during commercial milling just to keep it shelf-stable. Recent research also shows that many major minerals and vitamins (like vitamin E) are greatly reduced in refined flour and bread compared with whole kernels (news-medical.net).
“Refined wheat flour loses large amounts of protein, fiber, minerals, and antioxidants compared to whole wheat.”
Source: National Library of Medicine
- More control – I like knowing exactly what’s going into my baking. That’s really the reason I started cooking from scratch in the first place—I wanted to know what my family was eating.
Once I began reading ingredient labels, I realized I couldn’t even pronounce half the words, and the list of ingredients was downright ridiculous. With a grain mill, I can choose simple, wholesome ingredients that I trust, and that makes all the difference—not just for health, but for taste too.
And honestly, that’s why I’ll keep learning and experimenting with different grains, because every step helps me serve my family better.
- Better nutrition – Fresh flour still carries far more of the natural goodness than what you’ll find sitting on store shelves.
Plus, buying whole grains in bulk is often cheaper than purchasing bags of flour, so over time, it’s a money-saver too.
Would I Buy the NutriMill Classic Grain Mill Again?
Absolutely! But if I could do it over again, I’d wait for a sale. 😊
When NutriMill invited me to be an affiliate, I realized just how often they run promotions—and I love being able to share those with you. Don’t forget, you can use my code MAKINMACON20 at NutriMill.com/MAKINMACON20 to save an extra $20 on qualifying items.
Newer NutriMill Products I’ve Tested
Over the past year, I’ve had the chance to try some of NutriMill’s newer products—and they really impressed me:
- NutriMill Dough Mats – It felt like Christmas opening the box! If you’ve followed me for any amount of time, you know I was still using my grandmother’s dough mat, which had definitely seen better days.
Y’all, I didn’t realize how much I needed a new one until I rolled my first dough on these! They are amazing—durable, non-slip, and huge. The 20×28 mat fits perfectly on my island, where I do most of my kneading. Check out the Small Dough Mat here and the Large Dough Mat here.
- Bosch Universal Plus Mixer – Later, I jumped on a sale and finally grabbed the Bosch I’d been eyeing. My KitchenAid was starting to act up, and with a home bakery in the works, I needed something stronger.
It’s new to my kitchen, and so far, I’m loving what it can do. But since I’ve only been using it a short time, I’ll save a full review for another post once I’ve put it through more recipes.
NutriMill has also been great to work with—their customer service is amazing from my personal experience, and they back their products with solid warranties, which is reassuring when you’re investing in equipment like this.
From My Kitchen to Yours
One year in, I’m still so glad I chose the NutriMill Classic Grain Mill. It’s reliable, practical, and has made baking healthier and easier for my family.
Between fresh flour, their newer products like the dough mats, and the Bosch mixer I finally took the plunge on, NutriMill continues to impress me. If you’ve been thinking about adding a grain mill to your kitchen, I’d cheer you on in a heartbeat.
Just keep an eye out for those sales! And if you’re curious about the science behind all this, I’ve linked a couple of studies above that explain what really happens when wheat is milled for store shelves.
If I had to make the decision again today, I’d still choose the NutriMill Classic over other grain mills on the market.
I hope this review has helped you as you think through your own decision about whether a grain mill is right for your kitchen. If it did, I’d love for you to share this post with a friend who might be considering one too, or leave a comment with your own experience.
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Disclosure: This review is based on my personal experience with the NutriMill Classic Grain Mill and related products. All opinions are my own.
