{"product_id":"400-conejos-espadin-tobala-mezcal-oaxaca-mexico","title":"400 Conejos Espadin - Tobala Mezcal, Oaxaca, Mexico","description":"\u003cp\u003eOrange blossom and mesquite give 400 Conejos Espadín–Tobalá Mezcal Joven a fragrant introduction to its two-agave blend. Espadín from Tlacolula contributes soft fruitiness, while Tobalá from Yautepec adds another dimension of floral, fruity, and smoky character. Made in Oaxaca and bottled without barrel aging, it balances cooked-agave sweetness with fresh herbs, citrus and a gentle smoky finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol by Volume (ABV):\u003c\/strong\u003e 40%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProof:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% agave, combining Espadín and Tobalá. Blend proportions are not disclosed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave Species:\u003c\/strong\u003e Espadín, Agave angustifolia; Tobalá, Agave potatorum.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agave hearts are roasted in conical stone ovens. The producer describes a three- to four-day cooking process using pine and oak wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional stone tahona crushing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spontaneous fermentation with water in wooden vessels, typically lasting five to eight days according to the producer’s process description.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-distilled in copper stills.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unaged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealed and labeled by hand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Attributes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegan, gluten-free, and non-GMO.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaestro Mezcalero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don Tacho.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClear and bright with silvery reflections, this mezcal opens with citrus and orange blossom, followed by subtle mesquite smoke and ripe-fruit aromas. The palate brings together herbal freshness, green fruit, and sweet cooked agave. Its rounded texture carries these flavors into a soft, complex finish with a lingering touch of smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver, 93 Points, International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2025:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver, 88 Points, Bartender Spirits Awards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2024:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best Mezcal, Best of Class and Gold, 91 Points, Los Angeles Invitational Wine \u0026amp; Spirits Challenge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistiller's Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e400 Conejos draws its name from the “400 rabbits” of Mesoamerican tradition, deities associated with agave beverages, with the number representing the innumerable. Its range explores Oaxaca’s agaves through traditional roasting, stone milling, wooden-vessel fermentation, and copper distillation. This expression brings together Espadín from the Central Valleys and Tobalá from the Sierra Sur, reflecting the brand’s interest in the complementary flavors of different agave varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at room temperature in a small copita or veladora glass, with Valencia orange and artisanal salt alongside. Its citrus and floral character works well in a mezcal Margarita or grapefruit Paloma. For food, try mole poblano, dark chocolate, or coffee-based desserts. Mango or passion fruit mousse offers a brighter pairing suggested by the producer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buena Vida Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":67659103371319,"sku":null,"price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/400_Conejos_Espadin_-_Tobala_Mezcal_Oaxaca_Mexico.png?v=1792828600","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/400-conejos-espadin-tobala-mezcal-oaxaca-mexico","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}