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<p>Cointreau Brand Ambassador and international burlesque star, <strong>Dita Von Teese</strong> has officially launched her latest namesake cocktail, the <strong>Cointreau MargaDita</strong>, just in time for Cinco De Mayo and the summer soirée season. This bold and seductive reinvention of the classic Margarita includes Cointreau, tequila, fresh lime juice, aromatic Monin Rose Syrup for a hint of floral, feminine perfume, and a dash of chipotle powder for an unexpected smack. According to Dita Von Teese, "The Cointreau MargaDita is a tantalizing haute-cocktail with a spicy twist."</p>
<p>As the global <strong>Cointreauversial</strong> ambassador since 2007, <strong>Dita Von Teese</strong> proudly introduces her latest namesake cocktail, the <strong>Cointreau MargaDita</strong>, a bold and seductive reinvention of the classic Margarita, the #1 selling cocktail in America.   Dita Von Teeses tasty new libation is a homage to <strong>Margarita Sames</strong>, the bon vivante Dallas socialite who created the original recipe in 1948 while vacationing at her Acapulco cliffside hacienda.  According to Dita Von Teese, "The Cointreau MargaDita is a tantalizing haute-cocktail with a spicy twist."</p>
<p>Margarita Sames was clearly a strong, confident, and stylish woman well known for her entertaining prowess - qualities that I both admire and, hopefully, embody, says Dita Von Teese. Her Margarita recipe has been enjoyed for over 60 years and it seemed only natural for me to create my own cocktail as a tribute to this glamorous and charismatic woman.</p>
<p><strong>Dita Von Teese</strong> toasts this alluring woman, who unfortunately passed away this past year, by using the classic margarita ingredients as a base for her Cointreau MargaDita cocktail: Cointreau, tequila and fresh lime juice. I wanted to keep the integrity of the original margarita recipe, but add a personal touch of my own.  The juxtaposition of floral notes with spicy elements makes for a seductive twist: aromatic Monin Rose Syrup for a hint of floral, feminine perfume, and a dash of chipotle powder for an unexpected spicy smack.  I think Margarita Sames would approve, says Dita Von Teese.</p>
<p>The new namesake cocktail delivers the ideal combination of Cointreaus bitter and sweet orange flavors, earthy tequila undertones, refreshing lime juice, and subtle rose notes, complete with a spicy finish. Dita Von Teeses final tribute to Sames includes a visually stunning yellow rose petal delicately floating atop.  The beautiful accent represents the yellow rose of Texas in honor of Sames native home state where she also hosted similar fabulous parties.</p>
<p>The <strong>Cointreau MargaDita</strong> is the perfect addition to any summer entertaining soirée at home. Take advice from Dita Von Teese, and throw a Mexican themed dinner party with an intimate group of friends.  Serve the Cointreau MargaDita cocktail in a coup glass with a chipotle and salt rim or pre-batch a pitcher of the MargaDita for easy entertaining and serve on the rocks. Any party is sure to be hit!</p>
<p>See the recipe and pictures of the lovely and sexy Dita Von Teese below.</p>
<p><strong>Cointreau MargaDita<br />
</strong> 1.5 oz Cointreau <br />
1.5 oz Silver Tequila <br />
1 oz Fresh Lime Juice  <br />
1/2 oz Monin Rose Syrup <br />
1 pinch Chipotle Spice <br />
Mix all ingredients into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.  Shake vigorously and pour into a chilled coup glass.  Garnish with floating organic yellow rose petals.  For an added kick, add a chipotle and salt rim.</p>
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