1 definition by Spitfire Red
Steam was a slang word for beer that was made using non-traditional or improvised brewing methods, see MacGyver, along the western coast of the United States during the 19th century. It has recently begun a climb back into the popular slang of the modern day American lexicon.
19th Century
Robert: I say old chap, I am quite parched and in need of refreshment!
Charles: Off to the bar then so that we might obtain some STEAM and proceed to become piss drunk.
Together: Tally Ho!
Modern Day
Bob: Hey dude, lets go get drunk tonight.
Chuck: Ok, I know a great bar where we can get some STEAM.
Together: Hells Ya!
Robert: I say old chap, I am quite parched and in need of refreshment!
Charles: Off to the bar then so that we might obtain some STEAM and proceed to become piss drunk.
Together: Tally Ho!
Modern Day
Bob: Hey dude, lets go get drunk tonight.
Chuck: Ok, I know a great bar where we can get some STEAM.
Together: Hells Ya!
by Spitfire Red April 29, 2006