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 21, 2019
With just two more playoff games left before the big game on February 3rd, the NFL season is fast coming to a close. Take full advantage of these couple weeks before that first Sunday in February to plan your big game celebration.
Nothing is more important than impressing your friends and family on that last football Sunday of the year, so give them the party they deserve. Where you get your takeout spread matters, so look no further than the best takeout in your area at the RAM. We’ve got you covered with just about anything you could think of to feed your guests, and we’re good at feeding a lot of guests, too. Whether it’s a party big or small, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for on our menu. Give that kitchen counter or coffee table all it can handle with a spread of great appetizer choices like our classic Buffalo Wings, Nachos, Mozzarella Sticks, Chicken Flautas, or even our famous RAM Chips, just to name a few. Wanna throw in some entrées? Go right ahead. We’ve got plenty of entrée choices to transport from our kitchen to yours. Choose from our Hand-Breaded Crispy Chicken Strips, RAM Mac & Cheese with your choice of topping, RAM Tacos with your choice of meat, or even throw in a burger or sandwich just for the heck of it!
Want something to wash down all the great food? Good news, we can help with that. Get a growler or two on your way out and fill it with any of our beers, no matter if it’s a seasonal or flagship offering! Pair that delicious spread with our Hometown Blonde Ale, Big Red IPA, Buttface Amber Ale, or many, many more to choose from. No matter the crowed or craving, the RAM’s got you covered on gameday!