Bob Botts Jr.

About the Author

Bob Botts Jr. is a passionate baker and writer whose love for the art of sourdough breadmaking was ignited in the crisp, high-altitude air of the Rocky Mountains, where he grew up watching his granddad craft loaves that could rival any city bakery. With over two decades of experimentation in elevated kitchens, Bob has mastered the delicate balance of hydration, fermentation, and altitude adjustments that make high-altitude baking both challenging and rewarding. In his debut book, Granddad's Mile High Sourdough Bread: High Altitude Sourdough Recipes, he shares time-tested family secrets, innovative techniques, and mouthwatering recipes designed to help home bakers achieve bakery-quality results no matter their elevation. Bob's approachable style demystifies sourdough for beginners while offering advanced tips for seasoned enthusiasts, drawing from his experiences teaching workshops across the West. When not kneading dough or writing, he enjoys hiking mountain trails and experimenting with wild yeasts in his home bakery.