The Woman Behind the Chin-Chin Espresso Martini: Sarah Elst
The Drink That Conquered Regensburg: The Chin-Chin Espresso Martini
No story about Sarah would be complete without the drink that is inseparably linked to her and the Chin-Chin: the Espresso Martini. As Sarah herself says, “The perfect Espresso Martini isn’t rocket science, but it does require love, timing, and the right recipe.
👉And here’s her secret (which isn’t really a secret anymore – because we want to celebrate it!)
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4 cl Vodka
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2 cl coffee liqueur (Kahlua)
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1 cl Sugar syrup - naturally homemade
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1 Freshly brewed espresso (made from the finest beans by Dinzler Roastery, Irschenberg)
Shaken hard until a silky, fluffy crema appears, then finished with three coffee beans – a classic symbol of luck, health, and prosperity. The result? A drink that wakes you up, looks irresistible, and is one of Regensburg’s most sought-after cocktails.
A smile to remember
Anyone who knows Sarah knows one thing: she’s almost impossible to ruffle. Colleagues claim it’s impossible to see her without a smile. And that’s exactly what makes the difference – with her, every drink, every evening, and every visit feels just a little bit more special.
Thank you, Sarah – for you, for your team, and for the Espresso Martini.
Here at Chin-Chin, we’ve been lucky to benefit from Sarah’s expertise, passion, and energy for over a decade. She’s much more than a bar manager – she’s the heart of our bar and the spirit behind our signature cocktail
Thanks, Sarah, for all the years – and to the next ten!
Signature Cocktail: Sarah’s Espresso Martini
The cocktail that has become a signature of the Chin-Chin, thanks to bartender Sarah: “A perfect Espresso Martini isn’t rocket science – it just needs love, timing, and the right recipe.”
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Where Hotel and Bar Become One
In 2015, we turned a big dream into reality: opening our very first boutique hotel, after running a 70-room hotel in Regensburg from 2007 to 2012. A year later, we brought our favourite bar to life. The hotel became “Hotel Bohemian”, and the bar – naturally – “Chin-Chin”.
Say Hello to Kim – Our New Team Member
We’re delighted to have Kim on our team – a warm welcome to a lady for whom hospitality isn’t just a job, but her true calling.
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