400 Conejos Espadín Tobalá is a joven ensamble mezcal from Oaxaca blending cultivated Espadín (Agave angustifolia) with rare, wild-foraged Tobalá (Agave potatorum), bottled at 80 proof (40% ABV).
Cuatrocientos Conejos, the four hundred rabbits, were the Nahuatl deities of agave drink and intoxication; legend says each rabbit had a different personality, and no one knew which one a sip of mezcal would bring. 400 Conejos, Mexico's favorite mezcal, carries those ancient Mesoamerican traditions. Espadín brings a sweet cooked-agave backbone and Tobalá adds wild, herbal depth; both are roasted in volcanic earth pits and distilled in copper pot stills in Oaxaca's Tlacolula and Yautepec regions.
Citrus and orange blossom aromas lead, alongside hints of mesquite, fruit and fresh grass, with floral, herbal and earthy layers, subtle smoke and a soft, balanced finish.
The lavender rabbit label makes it a charming gift.
Mezcal is made by roasting agave hearts, traditionally in earthen pits, then crushing, fermenting and distilling them, a process that gives the spirit its characteristic smoky depth. Each agave variety and each village brings its own character, which is why enthusiasts love exploring small-batch bottlings.
Mezcal and other agave spirits are traditionally sipped from a copita or a small clay cup, in small sips, often alongside orange slices dusted with sal de gusano. Many are made in tiny batches by individual families, so each bottle is a snapshot of a particular place, agave and season.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Citrus, orange blossom, mesquite.
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Palate: Floral, herbal, earthy, subtle smoke.
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Finish: Soft and balanced.
Specifications
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Brand: 400 Conejos
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Style: Joven mezcal ensamble
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Agave: Espadín and wild Tobalá
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Process: Earth-pit roasted, copper pot distilled
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Proof / ABV: 80 proof (40% ABV)
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Region: Oaxaca, Mexico
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Size: 750ml
How to Enjoy It
Sip it neat in a copita with orange slices, or mix a mezcal Margarita or Paloma. It pairs with grilled meats, mole or citrus salads.
Frequently Asked Questions
What agaves are in it?
Espadín and wild Tobalá.
What does 400 Conejos mean?
400 rabbits, the Nahuatl deities of agave drink.
How smoky is it?
Subtly smoky, with citrus and floral notes.
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