1509 Tobalá is a joven mezcal artesanal made from tobalá, the small wild agave often called the king of mezcal. It is bottled at 48% ABV (96 proof), unaged, so the character of the agave comes through in full.
Tobalá (Agave potatorum) grows wild at high altitude in the mountains of southern Mexico. The plants are small and slow to mature and grow from seed rather than from offshoots, so a large number are needed to make a single batch. Mezcal made from tobalá is prized for its floral, fruity and gently smoky character.
1509 is a small-batch artisanal mezcal brand from El Principio del Fin, which bottles a range of single-agave mezcals including espadín, cuishe, tepeztate and tobalá. Its clear bottle with an engraved-style label carries the number 1509, the brand's batch name.
For agave lovers, a tobalá is a rewarding step beyond espadín and a fine gift for anyone exploring mezcal.
Specifications
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Brand: 1509, El Principio del Fin
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Style: Mezcal Artesanal Joven
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Agave: Tobalá (Agave potatorum)
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Proof / ABV: 96 proof (48% ABV)
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Origin: Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat at room temperature from a copita or small glass, slowly, with orange slices on the side. Its floral character also lifts a mezcal margarita.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is tobalá?
A small wild agave, Agave potatorum, prized for floral and fruity mezcal.
Is 1509 Tobalá aged?
No, it is a joven, bottled unaged.
What proof is it?
96 proof, 48% ABV.
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