Beerboy M.
Yelp
Kinda average.
Really seem to be going after the session beer market with most beers in 5-6% range. Lots of good beers exist in these styles but I found theirs pretty average. Best example/to style was Cashmere Activewear pils- the Cashmere hops add a nice fruity touch to the straw flavor from the pilsner malt and the beer was clean. Could have finished a little drier, though.
Their other beers weren't great versions of the respective styles or very unique. Kind of a "house flavor" thing going on. Props, though, for the strong cucumber flavor in the Cucumbia River saison. The Raspberry Trail Bar stout hit me with just a ton of heat after a smidge of raspberry aroma. Maybe too many things going on here.
You'll either like their beer or not- if session beers are your focus you might find a pale, pils, or "session IPA" that works.
Gorges is proud of their beers... $27 for two flights of 4 tasters of their beers. A little steep unless the beers are more unusual, special, expensive to make IMO.
Still need to get out to the Cascade Locks location, and Gorges is worth supporting. I'd just like to see some higher level beers.
Food available through Ankeny Tap and Table, lots of seating in heated tent out front in bad weather or outdoor tables in better weather. Location is very basic- cashier stand at front with brewery off limits to customers behind. Order from QR code at table is available.