I generally make simple extract kits. I don't use a secondary fetmenter because I don't usually need to dry hop or age extensively. 3 or 4 weeks primary is enough. However, im now making a stout that was 1070 og. It specifically calls for 4 weeks secondary. Is this a reason to actually do that or can I still just primary for 3 or 4 weeks?
what is considered "extended aging"?
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maybe 4-5 weeks? I do my 1.060 beers for 4 weeks, longer if I dont have time to bottle. Others will say 4 weeks is fine, some might say 6 weeks or more and yet others will say to secondary for 4 weeks...or even longer... 
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I don't see any reason for bulk aging a stout that is 1.070 OG.
I'd probably ferment it, let it clear, and then age in the bottle if aging is still needed.
I'd probably ferment it, let it clear, and then age in the bottle if aging is still needed.
