MagicMatt
Brewmathemagician
I usually keg, but I generally let this beer sit for at least 6 weeks before tapping.
My last batch, I overshot my final volume by about 1/3 gallon. When transferring to the keg, in an effort to save every drop I could, I scurried around the house to find my old bottling equipment and a couple 22oz bottles.
I let them sit in the bottle for 4 weeks at room temp and then 3 days in the fridge, and just cracked one open yesterday. It was carbed great, but the flavor was a bit strong. I don't think it had enough time to age. FWIW, the keg from that same batch is still sitting at room temp and won't be tapped until September 26th, which will be about 12 weeks since brewing.
Honestly though, the easiest way to tell is to chill one and try it. It may be perfect, or it may need more time. In my experience with this beer it keeps getting better with age though.
My last batch, I overshot my final volume by about 1/3 gallon. When transferring to the keg, in an effort to save every drop I could, I scurried around the house to find my old bottling equipment and a couple 22oz bottles.
I let them sit in the bottle for 4 weeks at room temp and then 3 days in the fridge, and just cracked one open yesterday. It was carbed great, but the flavor was a bit strong. I don't think it had enough time to age. FWIW, the keg from that same batch is still sitting at room temp and won't be tapped until September 26th, which will be about 12 weeks since brewing.
Honestly though, the easiest way to tell is to chill one and try it. It may be perfect, or it may need more time. In my experience with this beer it keeps getting better with age though.