Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3: 100-Proof Blanco Tequila
Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3 is the third limited-edition release in Mijenta's experimental blanco series, bottled at 50% ABV and built around the creative direction of Maestra Tequilera Ana Maria Romero. The premise of the series is straightforward but uncommon: treat unaged tequila as a subject worth exploring rather than as the entry-level tier beneath reposado and anejo.
Because this release is very new, one question comes up more than any other, and it deserves an honest answer up front: Mijenta has not yet published official tasting notes specific to No. 3, and independent reviews remain scarce. What follows covers what has been confirmed about the tequila, the series and the bottle, plus a clearly labeled note on what the profile is likely to resemble based on the producer's house style.
Full specifications and current availability appear on the Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3 Tequila Blanco product page.
Product at a Glance
- Product: Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3 Tequila Blanco
- Brand: Mijenta Tequila
- Category: Blanco Tequila, Limited Edition
- Agave: 100% Blue Weber agave
- Proof: 50% ABV / 100 proof
- Size: 750mL
- Created by: Maestra Tequilera Ana Maria Romero
- Production: Agave, water and yeast only
- Artwork: Sofia Castellanos
- Price: $99.99 (compare at $119.99)
- Availability: In stock
What the Maestra Selection Series Is For
Most tequila portfolios treat blanco as the baseline and reserve experimentation for the aged expressions, where barrels provide an obvious set of variables. The Maestra Selection inverts that. It exists to give Ana Maria Romero a platform to examine how agave sourcing, terroir, fermentation and bottling strength shape a tequila before a barrel ever enters the conversation.
That constraint is what makes the series interesting. Mijenta's production philosophy centers on agave, water and yeast, so there is nowhere for a flawed distillate to hide. Every difference between one Maestra Selection release and the next has to come from decisions made in the field and in the fermentation tank, not from wood.
Romero's involvement is the throughline. As Maestra Tequilera she directs the series, and each annual edition functions as a small, deliberately limited statement rather than a permanent portfolio addition. No. 3 continues that structure as a collector-oriented release produced in small quantity.
Why 100 Proof Matters Here
The most consequential specification on this bottle is the strength. Where Mijenta's standard blanco sits at 40% ABV, No. 3 is bottled at 50% ABV. That difference does more than add heat.
Higher bottling strength carries aromatic compounds more efficiently, which generally means a more intense nose and a fuller body on the palate. For a spirit deliberately stripped of barrel influence, that extra concentration is the point: it amplifies whatever the agave and fermentation actually produced. It also changes how the tequila behaves in a cocktail, since a 100-proof blanco holds its ground against citrus and dilution instead of receding behind them.
A Note on Tasting Notes
Mijenta has not released official No. 3-specific tasting notes, and there is not yet enough independent coverage to summarize a consensus. Rather than invent a profile, it is more useful to describe what the producer's blancos are generally known for and let you calibrate from there.
Mijenta's blanco style is typically agave-forward, with citrus, green herbs, minerality and pepper over a silky texture. Given that No. 3 arrives at 100 proof rather than 80, a reasonable expectation is that those same elements read as more concentrated and more structured, with the cooked-agave character and peppery edge more prominent than in the standard bottling. That is informed guidance about house style, not an official tasting note, and the bottle may well surprise on either side of it.
If you want a definitive answer, this is a bottle to taste rather than to read about. Pour it neat, give it several minutes, and judge it against the standard Mijenta blanco if you have one on hand.
The Bottle and the Artwork
Mexican artist Sofia Castellanos is credited with the packaging for No. 3, surrounding Mijenta's signature golden rabbit with bold floral work drawn from Mexican decorative art traditions. It is a genuine design collaboration rather than a recolored label, and it does a great deal to distinguish this release from the other two in the series.
Practically, that makes the bottle an easy gift for anyone who appreciates agave spirits and pays attention to presentation. It also reinforces the limited-edition framing, since the artwork is specific to this release and will not carry forward.
Who Should Consider Buying It?
This suits drinkers who already know they like blanco tequila and want to see how far the category can be pushed without a barrel. If you tend to reach for reposado or anejo because blanco feels thin, a 100-proof, additive-free expression is exactly the argument against that assumption.
Collectors following the Maestra Selection series are the other natural audience, particularly anyone holding No. 1 or No. 2. The limited annual structure means the window on each edition closes. Browse more agave spirits in our tequila collection, or see what else is in our rare and limited bottles.
Frequently Asked Questions
What proof is Mijenta Maestra Selection No. 3?
It is bottled at 100 proof, or 50% ABV. That is substantially higher than Mijenta's standard 40% ABV blanco, and it gives the tequila more body and aromatic intensity.
What does Maestra Selection No. 3 taste like?
Mijenta has not published official tasting notes for this release yet, so there is no confirmed profile to quote. Based on the producer's blanco house style, expect agave-forward character with citrus, herbs, minerality and pepper, likely more concentrated at this higher proof.
Who makes the Maestra Selection series?
The series is led by Maestra Tequilera Ana Maria Romero, who uses it to explore agave character, terroir and production variables across a set of small annual releases.
Is this additive-free tequila?
Mijenta describes its tequila as additive-free and states that production uses only agave, water and yeast. There is no barrel component in this release, so the character comes from the agave and fermentation.
Is Maestra Selection No. 3 a limited edition?
Yes. The Maestra Selection line is structured around small, limited annual releases, and this bottle is marked Limited Edition. Check the product page for current pricing and availability.
Final Thoughts
Maestra Selection No. 3 is a bottle for people who find the unaged end of tequila genuinely interesting rather than merely cheaper. The 100-proof strength, the agave-water-yeast production and the absence of barrel influence combine into something closer to an experiment than a product line extension, which is precisely the series' intent. Add Sofia Castellanos' artwork and the limited annual structure, and it makes sense both as a pour and as a shelf piece. The one honest caveat is that the profile is not yet documented, so this is a bottle you will be evaluating for yourself.
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