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Need it for milling grain? UPDATE: I bought the Dry Container
5 stars for ALL my VitaMix products, BUT if you want the dry container for milling wheat, please see my video.
As it shows, you can use the wet container to turn wheat berries into a flour, as fine a mill as you like. I have the huge #10 cans of wheat berries from a Mormon center that sells to the public. If you want bulk grains that can be stored for many years, at a low price, check for a local Mormon food center near you.
Anyway, after just a few seconds your wheat is flour, gotta love VitaMix!
UPDATE 1/3/14: I keep saying over and over that it isn't the solution for everyone, but if you are hesitant invest a lot of additional money, it can be an option for some.
I recently decided to purchase the grain container, just because I want to compare side-by-side as a reviewer.
I've been making artisan breads with a brotform...2 Pcs Masterproofing Round Banneton Basket, and put white rice in the dry container to make rice flour. Rice flour is best to avoid sticking and creating a crunchy crust, and no way will I buy 5 pounds when I only need a tablespoon.
I did a video of the brotform/banneton basket, just click the Amazon link if you'd like to see it. Hope you find it helpful!
Anyway, the dry container was faster than the wet container, but ultimately similar results.
In my most humble opinion, if you make the occasional loaf with grinding your own flours, either will do. If you are a big time baker cranking out loaf after loaf for family and friends, the grain (dry) container is a nice investment.
I just don't have the time now, but will do a video side-by-side soon. Even got a new camera for Christmas!
Cheers, everyone!
April 2013 · Home and Kitchen