400 Conejos Espadín Tobala Mezcal

400 Conejos Espadín Tobala Mezcal is a dual-agave expression blending cultivated Espadín with wild Tobala agave — one of the most prized and expensive agave varieties in Oaxacan mezcal production, producing a more complex, floral, and mountain-herbaceous character alongside the familiar Espadín smoke.

Tobala (Agave potatorum) is a small wild agave that grows at high altitude in the mountains of Oaxaca and takes 12–25 years to reach maturity — significantly longer than Espadín's 7–10 years. The extended growth period concentrates the agave's sugars and flavor compounds, producing a distinctively floral, fruity, and herbal character that is entirely different from Espadín's more earthy smoke profile. The blend of Tobala and Espadín produces complexity and accessibility simultaneously — Tobala's wildflower and mountain character with Espadín's familiar smoky accessibility. Browse all 400 Conejos at Wooden Cork.

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Earth pit smoke, herbs, wildflower, and the distinctive mountain character of Tobala agave
• Palate: Smoke and earthy herbs from Espadín, balanced by Tobala's floral, fruity, and herbal complexity
• Finish: Long with lingering smoke, mineral, and wildflower

Specs

• Producer: 400 Conejos, Oaxaca, Mexico
• Agave: Espadín and Tobala blend
• Style: Joven Mezcal
• Size: 750ml

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Tobala agave more expensive and rare than Espadín?

Tobala takes 12–25 years to reach maturity compared to Espadín's 7–10 years. It also grows wild at high altitude and cannot be efficiently cultivated at scale. The combination of long growth time and natural habitat constraints makes Tobala one of the most prized and expensive agave varieties — mezcals using Tobala are significantly more complex and costly than Espadín-only expressions.