Overview edit
Gilgamesh Brewing is a family owned microbrewery that has operated in Salem, Oregon since it was co-founded in 2009. It is a local brewery and distributes primarily to Salem and the surrounding area. [1] [2]
History edit
The business was founded by Lee Radtke and his three sons Mike, Nick, and Matt. The family has lived in the area since the 1970s and were home brewing aficionados for years before they decided to set up Gilgamesh Brewing, LLC. The business started out of Turner, Oregon but expanded into downtown Salem. Previously their beers were available through the Winter Ale House at the Reed Opera House. Their initial brewery location was at 210 Liberty Street SE, Suite 150, Salem, Oregon 97301, but in late 2012 they moved to the new location on Madrona Avenue (see Location). [1] [2] [3]
Significance of Name edit
The name of the company comes from the Epic of Gilgamesh which is often cited as an early source for beer brewing and use.
Location edit
The brewery lounge and campus are both located at 2065 Madrona Ave SE, Salem, Oregon 97302. This newer location had 18,000 sq. ft. of space and featured a restaurant/pub (see the Lounge). [2] [3][4]
Lounge edit
The lounge is normally open seven days a week and is all ages for lunch and dinner services. The lounge also offers a full service restaurant including appetizers, entrees, and desert. The menu is locally sourced and has a rotating specials section. Events including big screen sports viewing, live music, and movies are frequent in the lounge. The lounge is also available for large parties and special functions upon reservation. [2]
Distribution edit
While many local bars keep kegs of various Gilgamesh beers on tap, the options for personal consumption are limited. Gilgamesh offers two different sizes of refillable bottles that once you purchase can be filled on each visit for a flat rate. The 1-liter pop-top, and the 64-ounce growler can be filled with either standard beer or specialty/seasonal brews. Common distribution sites in the Salem area include: Reed Opera House, F/stop Fitzgerald’s Public House, Venti’s Cafe, Gamberetti’s Restaurant, and Northern Lights Theatre Pub.[5]
List Beers/Styles edit
Gilgamesh offers a wide range of beers and ciders on tap at their lounge. There are two separate menus for beer; the seasonal menu which is a rotating selection of fresh brewed beers unique to the season, and a standard menu of beers that are permanently on tap. The ciders offered are seasonal and dependent on the offerings of other local cider brewers. Listed below are the standard offerings. [6]
| Beer Name | ABV | IBU | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mamba | 6.7% | 0 | A malt beverage defined by a black tea, bergamot, tangerine peel, and rye. |
| Filbert Lager | 5.5% | 17 | A pilsner-style larger brewed with a light hop profile and Oregon hazelnuts mashed in with the grain. |
| DJ Jazzy Heff | 5.4% | 9 | A light-bodied, American-style hefeweizen with a late jasmine addition. This beer has a notable floral aroma. |
| Pumphouse Copper | 4.5% | 43 | A light ale crafted between an amber ale and a pale ale. This hybrid beer has a light body with a hoppy flavor. |
| Hopscotch Ale | 8.0% | 16 | A hop-backed Strong (Scotch) Ale. This Scottish-influenced, malt beer has caramel notes and a mild, citrus finish. |
| Vader Coffee CDA | 7.5% | 75 | A black IPA aged with lightly roasted coffee beans from local roasters, The Governor's Cup. Dark, tawny malts and gradient hop flavors. |
External Links edit
Gilgamesh Brewing homepage: http://gilgameshbrewing.com/
List of beers (standard and seasonal): http://gilgameshbrewing.com/loungebeers
References edit
- ^ a b Joyner, Amy. "Gilgamesh Lets You Lounge with Beer." Statesman Journal [Salem] 29 Mar. 2012, Weekend ed., Life sec.: 6. StatesmanJournal.com. Statesman Journal. Web. 4 Nov. 2013. <http://www.statesmanjournal.com/article/20120329/LIFE/303150016/Gilgamesh-lets-you-Lounge-beer>
- ^ a b c d Perez, Elida S. "Gilgamesh Brewing to Get Bigger Home." Statesman Journal [Salem, Oregon] 20 May 2012, Weekday ed., South Salem Today sec.: S.1. StatesmanJournal.com. Statesman Journal. Web. 4 Nov. 2013. <www.statesmanjournal/doc/1019522097.html?FMT=FT&FMTS=ABS:FT&type=current&date=May+30%2C+2012&author=Perez%2C+Elida+S&pub=Statesman+Journal&desc=Gilgamesh+Brewing+to+get+bigger+home>
- ^ a b "Gilgamesh Brewing Opens The Campus." Statesman Journal [Salem, Oregon] 28 Nov. 2012, Entertainment sec.: n. pag. StatesmanJournal.com. Statesman Journal. Web. 4 Nov. 2013. <http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/statesmanjournal/doc/1220451607.html?FMT=CITE&FMTS=CITE:FT&type=current&date=Nov+28%2C+2012&author=&pub=Statesman+Journal&desc=Gilgamesh+Brewing+opens+The+Campus>.
- ^ http://www.openstreetmap.org/#map=14/44.9060/-123.0172
- ^ http://gilgameshbrewing.com/
- ^ http://gilgameshbrewing.com/loungebeers