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One of the best things about January is not the cold winter days, but the release of Fordham Brewing Company’s, Scotch Ale at the Rams Head restaurants. This year, come celebrate the release with us on Thursday, January 5th, 2012 from 4-6pm.

 Mark your calendars, and get here early. Scotch Ale is always one of our most popular releases. This beer is exceptionally smooth and thoroughly robust, the Ale has a deep delicious flavor that will warm you down to your wee little bones.

The Rams Head will have limited edition glasses for the beer release. The special glass for Scotch Ale will be available for $4 at 4pm on release day. Patrons who purchase the glass also receive a fill-up of the Scotch Ale and $1 refills during the 4-6pm release party.

According to Walter Trifari, head brew master at Fordham Brewing Company, “This unique seasonal comes out just in time to warm your soul on those chilly winter nights. We brewed this beer with a touch of Beechwood smoked malt for a smooth & subtle smokiness that we know you’ll enjoy all winter. This beer also pairs well with smoked meats, salmon & buttery cheeses such as Gouda and Brie.”

Scotch Ale video at the Rams Head Tavern Annapolis 2010 beer release:

Locations:
Rams Head Tavern Annapolis | 33 West Street, Annapolis MD | P: 410.268.4545
Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill | 8600 Foundry St, Savage MD | P: 301.604.3454
Rams Head Roadhouse | 1773 Generals Hwy, Annapolis MD | P: 410.849.8058
Rams Head Shore House | 800 Main Street, Stevensville MD | P: 410.643.2466

‘Tis the season to be jolly! The Rams Head Restaurants kick off December with a beer release party! And, this popular brew will be sure to get you in the holiday sprit. This Thursday, December 1st, 2011 you can join the party and try the popular Fordham Brewing Company’s Doppelbock from 4pm-6pm. During the release you can purchase a $4 glass and receive an additional pour for $2.50 each. But….. right now, you can win a FREE Doppelbock glass and a $10 Rams Head gift certificate -OR- win a pair of ticket to see totally wicked, Legwarmers show at Rams Head Live on January 7^th, 2012 How? Ok, ill fill you in…..

Rules of the Contest:

1- Must be 21+ to enter the contest

How to enter the contest:

Jump onto your Twitter page and repost this info: @RamsHeadGroup celebrates Doppelbock  #Beer Release this Thurs, Dec 1 fr:4-6pm. $4 glass w.$2.50 each pour #RHBeerRelease

We will pick a random winner re-tweet, but just remember, the more you tweet it, the more times you get entered in the contest. Contest starts right now and will end Thursday (Dec 1) at 2pm

What can you win?

You will receive 1 Doppelbock Beer Release Glass to add to your collection

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A $10 Rams Head Gift Certificate that can be used for the Doppelbock Beer release party!

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How can you win a pair of tickets to see The Legwamers at Rams Head Live on January 7th, 2012…

 Attend the Doppelbock beer release party on Thursday, December 1st at your local Rams Head restaurant. Bring a camera OR use your phone, but take pictures of  everyone, including yourself enjoying the new brew!

Email your photos to nparsons@ramsheadtavern.com no later than Friday, December 2nd by Noon. Name the email: Doppelbock rocked! Include in the email your name, and the Rams Head location.(Remember these pictures will be posted online, so please keep it clean!)

Prize:

A random winner will be selected, so take lots of pictures.  The winner will receive a pair of tickets to the Legwamers show at Rams Head Live

Doppelbock: Our interpretation of one of the most celebrated brews of all time is here just in time for winter. This full-bodied lager has all the character you crave in a Doppelbock with a deep, complex flavor, and a rich smoothness. Enjoy this around the fireplace with friends and family or accompanying your favorite holiday meals.

In celebration of the holidays, the Rams Head restaurants will be hosting a Xmas Xtravaganza party from 6pm-9pm on Thursday, December 15^th, 2011. This year’s Xmas Xtravaganza is sure to get even the scroogiest of bah-humbugs in the holiday spirit.

To set the tone of the event, the holiday classic ‘A Christmas Story‘ will play be on repeat play while $2.50 cider and egg nog drink specials will turn up the holiday cheer.  The Rams Head Christmas tree will be ready for trimming and guests are encouraged to bring homemade ornaments or decorate the ornaments during the event. The Best Ornament will win a $50 Rams Head Gift Card. The event will also culminate with the return of the ugliest sweater contest , the winner this year could win 4 tickets to any Rams Head Live show in the 2012 ticket season. So, make sure you take out the ugly sweater grandma gave you!!

The Xtravaganza will also include an unique beer release. The Fordham Brewing Company will be releasing a small batch of the new brew “Espresso Milk Stout”. According to Walter Trifari, head brewmaster of Fordham Brewing , the Espresso Milk Stout is Full bodied Stout brewed with lactose sugar and infused with espresso coffee. Sweet roasted stout with a subtle yet apparent coffee finish. Sounds delish, right?

So, don’t be a scrooge and come spend the evening with us to help celebrate the holidays!

Locations:

Rams Head Tavern Annapolis | 33 West Street, Annapolis MD |P:410.268.4545

Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill | 8600 Foundry St, Savage MD |P:301.604.3454

Rams Head Roadhouse | 1773 Generals Hwy, Annapolis MD |P:410.849.8058

Rams Head Shore House |800 Main Street, Stevensville MD |P:410.643.2466

Do you hear what i hear…Doppeklbock is back!  So, don’t be a Scrooge and miss this event. On Thursday, December 1st, the Rams Head restaurants and Fordham brewing company are excited to release the popluar brew, Doppelbock. The beer release party will be from 4pm-6pm . ( So, dont forget to tell your boss you need to leave work early that day)

During the event, each Rams Head location will have limited edition glasses for the beer release. The souvenir glass will be available for $4 at 4pm on release day.  Patrons who purchase the glass will also receive a fill-up of the Fordham Doppelbock and refills are $2.50 during the 4-6pm release party. 

According to the Fordham Brewing Company’s website, www.Fordhambrewing.com , “Doppelbock is dark and rich with a big beer taste; Doppelbock is an exceptionally smooth, full- bodied dark lager with a bold character that is sure to brighten your holiday spirits”.

Locations:

Rams Head Tavern Annapolis | 33 West Street, Annapolis MD |P:410.268.4545

Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill | 8600 Foundry St, Savage MD |P:301.604.3454

Rams Head Roadhouse | 1773 Generals Hwy, Annapolis MD |P:410.849.8058

Rams Head Shore House |800 Main Street, Stevensville MD |P:410.643.2466

The Rams Head restaurants love to kick off the month with a beer release party, I mean who doesn’t?  Tomorrow (Nov 3, 2011) you can join the party and try Old Dominion’s Baltic Porter from 4pm-6pm. During the release you can purchase a $4 glass and receive an additional pour for $1 each. But….. right now, you can win a FREE Baltic Porter glass and a $5 Rams Head gift certificate. How? Ok, ill fill you in…..

Rules of the Contest:

1- Must be 21+ to enter the contest

How to enter the contest:

Jump onto your Twitter page and repost this info: @RamsHeadGroup celebrates Baltic Porter #Beer Release this Thursday, Nov 3 fr:4-6pm. $4 glass w.$1 each pour #RHBeerRelease

We will pick a random winner re-tweet, but just remember, the more you tweet it, the more times you get entered in the contest. Contest starts right now and will end tomorrow (Nov 3) at 3pm

What can you win?

You will receive 1 Baltic Porter Beer Release Glass to add to your collection

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A $10 Rams Head Gift Certificate that can be used for the Baltic Porter Beer release party!

Baltic Porter Beer: The Porter is a bottom-fermented lager brewed to meet your need for warmth on a cold winter’s night. Hints of licorice, toffee and chocolate soothe the palate and bring out the rich flavors and aroma this style is known for.

The Rams Head Group is pleased to release Old Dominion Brewing Company’s winter beer, Baltic Porter, on Thursday, November 3rd, 2011 from 4-6pm.                    

Whether your idea of enjoying winter is a tough day on the slopes or an evening with a crackling fire, Baltic Porter is just the remedy to warm your spirit. This Dominion Baltic Porter has hints of licorice, toffee and chocolate to sooth the palate. Using German Pilsner, Crystal, Dark specialty malts and a touch of rye gives this porter a fill-bodied taste.

Rams Head will have limited edition glasses for the beer release. The special glass for Baltic Porter will be available for $4 at 4pm on release day.And, only $1 for each additional pours.

Raise your mug to those who were bold enough to brave the Baltic and join us at your local Rams Head restaurant this Thursday for the release party.

With fall just beginning and the leaves starting to change , its time to kick off October with a beer release party. And, if you want to spice up your life, you should join us at your local Rams Head restaurant on Thursday, October 6^th, 2011 from 4pm-6pm for the release of Fordham Brewing Company, Spiced Harvest Ale.

Each Rams Head locaton will have limited edition glasses for the beer release. The special glass for Spiced Harvest Ale will be available for $4 at 4pm on release day.  Patrons who purchase the glass also receive a fill-up of the Spiced Harvest Ale and refills are $1 during the 4-6pm release party. 

The Rams Head executive chefs have also prepared dishes that pair well with the new brew, along with the regular menu that will be available during the evening.

Fordham Brewing Company’s, Spiced Harvest Ale is a fall seasonal beer and has a light amber color with a medium body. It’s spiced with cinnamon, ginger, clove and allspice. Fordham’s Spiced Harvest Ale pairs exceptionally well with food like Mac & cheese, chicken pot pie, harvest stew or braised vegetables.

For more information about the Fordham Brewing Company, you can visit www.fordhambrewing.com .

Locations:

Rams Head Tavern Annapolis | 33 West Street, Annapolis MD | P: 410.268.4545

Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill | 8600 Foundry Street, Savage MD | P: 301.604.3454

Rams Head Roadhouse | 1773 Generals Hwy, Annapolis MD | P: 410.849.8058

Rams Head Shore House | 800 Main Street, Stevensville MD | P: 410.643.2466

Raise your beer mugs! Rams Head celebrates Octoberfest beer release. The Rams Head restaurants are kicking off September with the release of Old Dominion’s Brewing Companies, Octoberfest, on Thursday, September 1^st, 2011 from 4pm-6pm. I just love autumn! The crisp days and golden leaves enhance all of the senses, especially our appetites. 

Octoberfest will be tapped at 4pm. “Nothing marks the change of seasons better than the Rams Heads release of Octoberfest beer. The crisp and spicy flavor and deep reddish golden color perfectly compliment the cooling weather and the changing leaves. Its no wonder it’s on everyone’s list of favorite beer” says Rams Head Shore House General Manager, Kathryn Singer.

The event, which will be held at your local Rams Head restaurant, will feature special souvenir glassware, designed just for the Octoberfest release and will be available for $4 at 4pm on release day.  Patrons who purchase the glass also receive a fill-up of the Octoberfest and $1 refills during the 4-6pm release party. The restaurants chefs have created dinner specials that pairs well with the German lager. And, the staff will be dressed up for the occasion.

According to Walter Trifari, Head Brewmaster at Old Dominion Brewing Company, The recipe for “Octoberfest was created to be an autumn seasonal beer and a traditional Maerzen style lager. We use eight types of imported German malts and four hop varieties to create this amber-colored fest beer. This beer also pairs well with spicy cuisine, hearty stews & bratwurst. And now, as summer wanes, it’s a perfect beer to enjoy on a nice fall day”.

 Locations:

Rams Head Tavern Annapolis | 33 West Street, Annapolis MD | P: 410.268.4545

Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill | 8600 Foundry Street, Savage MD | P: 301.604.345

Rams Head Roadhouse | 1773 Generals Hwy, Annapolis MD | P: 410.849.8058

Rams Head Shore House | 800 Main Street, Stevensville MD | P: 410.643.2466

 Music:

Rams Head Shore House: Joe Singer plays 4pm-7pm

Rams Head Roadhouse: Pete Best at 8pm

Rams Head Tavern Savage: Bobby Stevens at 7pm

Rams Head Tavern Annapolis: Local Listen Night starting at 10pm

The Rams Head Group is pleased to release Fordham Brewing Company’s, Silopanna Witbier beer, on Thursday, August 4th, 2011 from 4-6pm.

Silopanna Witbier will be tapped at 4pm. “Mark your calendars, and get ready to try this brand new brew. Nothing sounds better than a cold brew on a hot summer day. Tasting this beer will only get you more excited for the Silopanna Music Festival” says Rams Head Tavern Annapolis Manager, Zach Price.

Rams Head will have limited edition glasses for the beer release. The special glass for Silopanna Witbier will be available for $4 at 4pm on release day.  Patrons who purchase the glass also receive a fill-up of the Silopanna Witbier and refills are $1 during the 4-6pm release party. 

During the release, patrons will be able to enter to win tickets for the Silopanna Music Festival on August 27^th at the Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds. Silopanna is a one day, all ages ages music festival featuring Sharon Jones and the Dap-Kings, Trombone Shorty and Orleans Avenue, Matt & Kim, Fitz and the Tantrums, Harper Blynn and 15 other regional musicians to feed your soul.    Tickets are $39.50 for General Admission or $195 for VIP, www.silopannafest.com

According to Walter Trifari, Head Brewmaster at Fordham Brewing Company, “ Silopanna Witbier is a Belgian style White ale that is brewed using Pale malt and Belgian wheat. Coriander, Orange peels and Lemon Grass are added late in the boiling process to give a subtle but yet noticeable character. It’s served unfiltered to ensure a classic Belgian flavor produced by the yeast. There’s no need for an orange garnish, let the beer tell its own story”.

 Locations:

Rams Head Tavern Annapolis | 33 West Street, Annapolis MD | P: 410.268.4545

Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill | 8600 Foundry St, Savage MD | P: 301.604.3454

Rams Head Roadhouse | 1773 Generals Hwy, Annapolis MD | P: 410.849.8058

Rams Head Shore House | 800 Main Street, Stevensville MD | P: 410.643.2466

Music:

Rams Head Shore House: Joe Singer 4pm-7pm

Rams Head Roadhouse: Pete Best 8pm

Rams Head Tavern Savage: Vs. The Earth 7pm-10pm

Rams Head Tavern Annapolis: Local Listen night at 10pm

Word Association in my brain goes something like this… New World Wheat. Hefeweizen. Germany. Oktoberfest. Cuckoo Clocks.  In honor of where my brain took me today, I bring you:

Germany:

Oktoberfest:

 
Cuckoo Clock
Warning: Foul Language

Hopefully your brain will do a good job remembering: Cuckoo Clock. Rams Head. Beer Release. June 4th.

Rams Head Beer Release
Featuring Fordham New World Wheat
Thursday, June 4th 2009
4-6pm: Enjoy $1 drafts in commemorative glassware
Rams Head Tavern Annapolis
Rams Head Shore House
Rams Head Tavern Savage Mill
Rams Head Roadhouse