400 Conejos Espadin Cuishe Mezcal

400 Conejos Espadín Cuishe Mezcal is a balanced, expressive mezcal that combines the sweetness and vibrancy of Espadín with the floral, earthy, and subtly smoky complexity of Cuishe agave. Smooth yet multidimensional, it offers a compelling introduction to agave spirits that is both approachable and layered — ideal for sipping neat or elevating mezcal-forward cocktails.

Origins & Craftsmanship

This mezcal is produced in Oaxaca, Mexico, the heartland of artisanal mezcal production, where generations of mezcaleros have perfected traditional methods. The expression marries two agave types:

• Espadín, prized for its balanced sweetness and high inulin content, which yields depth and smoothness

• Cuishe, a wild variety known for earthy, savory, and herbal complexity that adds structure and nuance to the spirit

The agave hearts are roasted in underground pits, fermented using natural yeasts, and distilled — often twice — in copper or clay stills. This artisanal approach preserves the character of the agave while imparting signature smokiness and terroir influence.

The name “Cuishe” references the taller, lance-shaped agave plants native to Oaxaca, whose distinctive biochemical profile contributes unique aromatic and flavor elements not typically found in pure Espadín mezcals.

Critics Reviews

This release has not been formally reviewed by major spirits or wine publications.

Tasting Profile

Nose:
Inviting floral and herbal aromas combine with hints of firewood and ash, underpinned by subtle botanical sweetness that reflects its Espadín base.

Palate:
Medium-bodied and smooth, with cooked agave sweetness at the forefront, supported by floral, earthy, and herbal tones. A gentle trace of smoke and mineral nuance adds depth without overpowering the core profile.

Finish:
Balanced and lingering, with smoky echoes, soft floral notes, and a complex, smooth close that invites another sip.

Quick Overview

Cocktail Recipes

Cuishe Mezcal Neat Serve
Serve 1–2 oz in a copita or rocks glass at room temperature with a citrus twist — perfect for contemplating agave and smoke interplay.

Smoky Margarita

• 2 oz 400 Conejos Espadín Cuishe Mezcal

• 1 oz fresh lime juice

• 0.75 oz agave nectar
  Shake with ice; fine strain into a salt-rimmed rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with lime wheel.

Agave Paloma

• 1.75 oz 400 Conejos Espadín Cuishe Mezcal

• 1 oz grapefruit juice

• 0.5 oz lime juice

• Top with grapefruit soda
  Build in a highball over ice; garnish with grapefruit wedge.

Oaxacan Old-Fashioned

• 2 oz 400 Conejos Espadín Cuishe Mezcal

• 0.25 oz agave syrup

• 2 dashes aromatic bitters
  Stir with ice; strain into a rocks glass over a large cube; garnish with orange twist.