The Lady Behind CHIN-CHIN`s 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 Chin-Chin: 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 using the finest beans from Dinzler`s Roastery, Irschenberg)
Shaken hard until a silky, fluffy crema appears, then topped with three coffee beans – a classic symbol of happiness, 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 practically never loses her cool. Colleagues claim you never see her without a smile. And that’s exactly what makes the difference – with her, every drink, every evening, and every visit feels just that little bit more special.
Thank you, Sarah – for being you, for your team and for your 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 here`s to the next ten!
CHIN-CHIN Bar & Boutique Hotel in Regensburg. THIS IS A PLACE TO BE!
Those who travel without seeking the anonymity of large hotel chains, but instead places with character, warmth, and history, will often find a better answer in small boutique hotels. Places that do not rely on size, but on atmosphere. Not on standardization, but on personality. Not on grand gestures, but on the feeling of truly having arrived.
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"Local culture thrives on local support"
Dominik Weber, Managing Director and owner of SVENSCAR, on community engagement, culture and jazz in a Volvo.
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Silver Star for the CHIN-CHIN Bar: Regensburg Shines on the International Wine Stage
The CHIN-CHIN Bar has been awarded a Silver Star at the Star Wine List of the Year Germany-Austria-Switzerland 2026. A very special recognition for our wine selection, our team, and for a bar culture that is deeply rooted in Regensburg — and is now receiving international attention as well.