Estonian rye bread is a tradition that goes back almost a thousand years and carries with it our national spirit. It is a flavour that reminds us of home, heart-warming hospitality, and family values. Every slice of rye bread carries the wisdom of our ancestors and their strong connection to the land. For those who have left home, it is the rye bread that brings back memories of home and the past.
The secret of rye bread lies in the simplicity and authenticity of how it is made, and for centuries, it has been lovingly prepared by Estonian families using only the best local ingredients. Grain, nourished by our fertile northern soils and the sun, becomes bread that is both rustic and deeply ethnic.
Once you have tasted authentic Estonian rye bread, you will never forget it. Its taste lingers in your soul and the longing for it will follow you wherever you go. The rye bread stamp also helps to bring this great Estonian thing, its tradition, feeling, and emotion to our friends all over the world.
Did you know? The Great Estonian Things stamp series has previously included stamps commemorating the village swing (2021), the ‘Estonia’ piano (2022), and the smoke sauna (2023).
