Posted February 25, 2019
Whoever would’ve thought that notes of banana would taste good in a beer? Probably not many. We say, however, don’t knock it till you try it. The Hefeweizen has long been considered one of the most popular beers in the world. Widespread availability and easy drinking are just two of the many reasons why this style of beer has stood the test of time.
This German wheat beer was first brewed in the 1520s, in Bavarian breweries of Germany. In the beginning, there was one family to rule the production of all Hefeweizen in Bavaria. The House of Wittelsbach ruled over the entire region and controlled the brewing of the beer. The Duke of Wittelsbach, Maximilian I mandated that all breweries in the region brew this beer to his liking. It’s popularity in Bavaria lasted for a couple hundred years before it almost fell off the map completely in the 1700s. It was around this time that darker, more traditional lagers started to make a comeback, and many brewers no longer thought the Hefe was worth brewing. This seems to be a great example of over-saturation in early brewing markets.
Our Hefeweizen is brewed locally with 2-row barley, wheat and Vienna malts, and hopped with Hallertau Mittlefruh. This makes for a cloudy brew, with those famous notes of banana and clove. Unfiltered yeast and wheat allow this beer to be on the lighter side of the spectrum, but still have a bit of a bite to it, perfect for year-round enjoyment. RAM Hefeweizen has not only won the hearts of beer drinkers over the years, but four medals since 2008 as well. Don’t worry about the pronunciation or spelling, just worry about the drinking. We’ve always got a Hefe on tap for you to enjoy.
Posted February 25, 2019
Dark, smooth and flavorful, the Porter has long been a favorite of avid beer drinkers around the world. Its warm and welcoming profile can be a nice change of pace from other more bitter, hoppy brews. Like most beers, the exact origin of the Porter is hotly disputed amongst brewers and drinkers alike. A popular theory is that the earliest Porters date back to the beginning of the 18th century in Britain. It is said that brewers originally created this style by mixing an older beer with a newer beer and served it. Apparently, this beer cocktail was well received by pub-goers. Based on that theory, sounds like the Porter is the sourdough of beers. The beer became immensely popular amongst with British working class and was especially liked by London-based railway workers called “Porters.” After a long day’s work of loading and unloading passengers and luggage, nothing hit the spot quite like a smooth, malty beer.
We can’t say we brew our Porter by mixing two beers together at the bar, but we do think it tastes pretty good. Presumably still popular with railway workers, our Porter is brewed with 2-Row Barley, Crystal and Wheat malts, and hopped with Cascade and Willamette. It’s won six medals since 1996, including Gold at Great American Beer Festival in 2010 and Gold at the North American Beer Awards in 2018. Stop by the RAM today and try one for yourself!
Posted February 11, 2019
This Thursday, bring that special someone to The RAM to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Nothing says “I love you” like a top-quality sirloin steak, and that’s exactly what they have for you!
On Valentine’s Day for lunch or dinner, The RAM will feature their Thursday steak special, a half-pound Harris Ranch Center Cut Sirloin. This is an 8 oz. cut of premium sirloin steak, flavored with RAM steak seasoning, grilled to your liking, finished with maitre d’ butter, and served with crispy onions and fresh-cut fries. Best of all, you get this for just $10.99! You can also top off this steak special with several add-ons including a zesty steak rub, Blue Cheese crumbles, Garlic Roasted Mushrooms, or Caramelized Onions, just to name a few. Add a starter like a cup of soup or a house salad and enjoy this perfect Valentine’s Day experience at The RAM!
Call ahead seating is available and recommended.
Posted February 7, 2019
For the past several years, the Clackamas Fire Department has put on an annual Restaurant Takeover at the Clackamas RAM Restaurant & Brewery. This Takeover is a fun and inventive fundraiser for the Oregon, Southwest Washington, Idaho & Montana chapter of the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Last year in partnership with the Fire Department, The RAM raised over $4000 for the Society.
This year, RAM guests can expect a jolly group of firefighters, greeting them and handing out hats and stickers, as well as a firefighter band out front playing music for all to hear!
Clackamas Fire Department will be back at the Clackamas RAM for this fundraising event Friday, February 8th from 5 – 9 PM and Saturday, February 9th from 11 AM – 9 PM.
Bring the whole family in to enjoy great food and drink to support this one-of-a-kind fundraiser for a great cause, put on in partnership with some of the community’s most hard-working people! Meet your friends at The RAM located at 9073 SE Sunnyside Road in Clackamas.
Posted January 10, 2019
Stop by the RAM in Issaquah to try out our all new menu! This menu features everything from new specials to returning favorites. Whether you’ve got a new craving or have been missing your old favorite item, you’re in luck because this menu has a host of great new options to choose from.
A selection of classic RAM burgers, sandwiches, and even appetizers have found heir way back onto the menu, which means they can again find their way to your table. Has life not quite been the same without burgers like the PB & J, Teriyaki, or Sergeant Pepper? Not to worry, because they’re all back! Have you been longing for one of your favorite sandwiches like the Oven Baked Club Focaccia or Nantucket Fish Sandwich? Good news, those are back, too. If you used to love to start things off with a plate of Chicken Flautas, but noticed they’ve gone missing… That’s right, Chicken Flautas are back as well. No matter if you’re in the mood for something unconventional like peanut butter and jam or teriyaki on a burger, or something a little more traditional like a nice ham and turkey club or fish sandwich, our new menu has you covered.