Carolina Gold Rice from Marsh Hen Mill

One of the most celebrated heirloom grains in American food history, grown and milled right here in South Carolina. Carolina Gold Rice from Marsh Hen Mill is a long-grain heirloom rice first cultivated in Charleston in the late 1600s, grown on Edisto Island, and stone milled using restored antique equipment that preserves the natural oils, aromas, and flavor of the grain.

Named for the beautiful golden hue of the rice plants in the field, Carolina Gold is prized for its delicate almond and floral aroma, light and slightly sticky texture, and a unique starch structure that makes it cook differently from commercial long-grain rice. This is the rice that built the South Carolina Lowcountry economy and fed the Gullah-Geechee community for generations. Now it's back, grown where it belongs, by Marsh Hen Mill on Edisto Island.

Perfect for:

• Classic Lowcountry dishes: hoppin' john, red rice, and rice pilaf
• Serving alongside Sea Island Red Peas for an authentic Gullah-Geechee meal
• Finishing with a drizzle of Lowcountry Herb Infused Olive Oil or California Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil in place of butter
• Making rice porridge, congee, and breakfast rice dishes
• Using as a side dish for any Southern or Lowcountry meal
• Cooking risotto-style dishes that benefit from the unique starch structure

Great as a gift for:

• Food historians, heritage grain enthusiasts, and serious home cooks
• Charleston visitors and Lowcountry transplants who want a taste of home
• Anyone who appreciates the story behind what they eat
• Pair with our Sea Island Red Peas and Lowcountry Herb Infused Olive Oil for a complete Lowcountry pantry gift

Size: 1.5lb / 24oz bag
Producer: Marsh Hen Mill (formerly Geechie Boy Mill), Edisto Island, SC
Grown: Edisto Island, South Carolina
Shipping: Ships nationwide. Free shipping on orders over $50.