BeerBorg

The highest abv beer I had brewed before this stout was 6% so I have never really had to age a beer very long. This Imperial Chocolate Stout however came in at 9%. I am wondering how long should I age it for before tasting it? What is the standard time for a beer that is 9%? Also it has been two weeks since bottling so I am assuming it is carbed. It has been sitting in my basement at 68 degrees. Would it be alright to leave it at that temperature to condition? Or should I find a way to cool it down a bit for the conditioning? Thanks in advance!

With all my higher abv brews, 6 months was a minimum. I would suggest, take 1 bottle at 4 months, chill and drink. Make notes of flavor etc. Same at 5 months, 6 months etc. When you likey... you drinkey.... I would save one for a year and see what it's like then.
Condition at same temp as fermenting, IMHO.

Roger that, thanks!