{"product_id":"400-conejos-mezcal-cuishe","title":"400 Conejos Espadin - Cuishe Mezcal Joven, Oaxaca, Mexico","description":"\u003cp\u003e400 Conejos Espadin - Cuishe Mezcal Joven, Oaxaca, Mexico brings together Espadín from Tlacolula and Cuishe from Miahuatlán in a 100% agave mezcal. The two agaves offer complementary character: Espadín lends gentle cooked-agave sweetness, while Cuishe adds earthy and herbal depth. Floral aromas and a restrained thread of smoke give this joven a layered profile suited to sipping or cocktails.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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\u003eSpirit Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mezcal Artesanal Joven\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAgave Blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Espadín (\u003cem\u003eAgave angustifolia\u003c\/em\u003e) and Cuishe (\u003cem\u003eAgave karwinskii\u003c\/em\u003e); proportions not disclosed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Agave hearts roasted in a volcanic-earth pit oven\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stone wheel pulled by a horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wooden vats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double-distilled in copper pot stills\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unaged\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\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 Conejos\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwner \/ Trademark Holder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crista La Santa, S.A.P.I. de C.V.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaestro Mezcalero:\u003c\/strong\u003e Don Tacho\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e NOM-O220X\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clear spirit opens with floral and herbal aromas, followed by hints of firewood and ash. Cooked agave brings subtle sweetness to the palate, joined by earthy tones, fresh herbs and citrus. Smooth in texture, it holds its balance through a persistent finish with a light, lingering trace of smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver, 93 points:\u003c\/strong\u003e International Wine \u0026amp; Spirit Competition, 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold, 91 points:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bartender Spirits Awards, 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGold:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Tequila \u0026amp; Mezcal Masters, 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilver, 83 points:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bartender Spirits Awards, 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name 400 Conejos refers to the Centzon Totochtin, the “400 rabbits” of Nahuatl tradition associated with agave beverages. The label explains that 400 represents the innumerable. Becle’s annual report places 400 Conejos production in Santiago Matatlán and describes wood-fired cooking, horse-pulled stone milling, double distillation and hand bottling as part of the brand’s production. Creyente is a notable related mezcal brand in the same portfolio; its Cuishe expression is also listed under NOM-O220X.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at room temperature in a copita or small mezcal glass, neat or with orange and sal de gusano alongside. Its herbal and citrus notes also suit a restrained mezcal Margarita or a grapefruit highball. Pair with ceviche, aguachile, spiced grilled vegetables or tlayuda.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buena Vida Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750mL","offer_id":67594615750711,"sku":null,"price":56.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/400_Conejos_Espadin_-_Cuishe_Mezcal_Joven_Oaxaca_Mexico.png?v=1792827931","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/400-conejos-mezcal-cuishe","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}