Steele Reserve sucks. I have never seen a "lager" that was high gravity, but there are several that are malt liquor they pass off as lagers. Big Whoop at 8.7%. I would rather drink Bell's Lager if I want a lager.
Sounds like you might would like a Founders Breakfast Stout, Rogue Chocolate Stout, or Bell's Kalamazoo or Expedition Stouts.