Great Lakes Christmas Ale

I've been a big fan of Great Lakes Beer since they started 20 years ago.  In fact, they've just wrapped up anniversary festivities. 
Being a life long Clevelander it's not unusual that I know the owners and that's a nice touch, knowing who makes your favorite beer. 
Their most popular seasonal brew is Christmas Ale.  It is a very potent ale.  So much so, that folks have been known to call it Christmas Jail.  Drinking too many may land you there.
Now comes an ode to Christmas Ale.  Don't know who the two guys are and am trying to place the barrooms featured. 
Cheers!