The Sleigh All Day spritzer at Merll's Pub and Patio on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Waukee. Lily Smith/The Register

Santa hats decorate the bar chairs during Miracle at Merll's at Merll's Pub and Patio on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Waukee. Lily Smith/The Register

The peppermint espresso martini at Miracle at Merll's at Merll's Pub and Patio on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Waukee. Lily Smith/The Register

A photo of Merll, the namesake of Merll's, is seen at Merll's Pub and Patio on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Waukee. Lily Smith/The Register

The "GOAT wall" is seen decorated for Christmas during Miracle at Merll's at Merll's Pub and Patio on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, in Waukee. Lily Smith/The Register

Christmas window paintings are seen at Miracle at Merll's at Merll's Pub and

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