Brew/bruː/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Drink Preparation Used when mentioning the process of making drinks like coffee, tea, or beer. She's going to brew some herbal tea for us. Pro Tip 2/3Action Over Time Emphasizes the passage of time in drink preparation, not just the immediate action. The beer will brew for several weeks before it's ready. Pro Tip 3/3Active Involvement Indicates that someone is actively doing something to prepare a drink, not just waiting. He loves brewing his special blend of coffee.