Always a sign that the Holidays are near

The last few trips to the store have revealed the "Pumpkin Ales" and "Harvest Ales" give way to the stronger alcohol spiced Holiday ales.  But for me living in NE Ohio, there is one beer's release that truly means the holidays and winter weather are heading in quickly.  Yesterday was that day - Great Lakes has started serving Christmas Ale at the brewery.  It is only a few short weeks before this elixir makes its way into local bars and stores.  Can't wait to sample this year's batch!