Sabrina Carpenter’s ‘Espresso’ vinyl comes with real espresso—fans debate the color

To commemorate the first anniversary of her chart-topping single "Espresso," Sabrina Carpenter is dishing up something extra strong and extra collectible. In collaboration with Blood Records, the pop star has dropped a limited-edition clear Espresso vinyl, packed with a swirling brown espresso-like liquid, and basically what happens when your favorite song gets a barista-level makeover.

It's not a vinyl, it's a caffeinated experience. The personalized disc is a tribute to the song that catapulted her to stardom and a flawless combination of pop and buzz. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just someone who loves a good music gimmick, this Espresso record is essential.

Warning: may lead to accelerated heart rate, involuntary dancing, and uncontrollable screaming-singing of "that's that me espresso" at the top decibel. However, if you were looking to cop Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso vinyl, you might want a time machine or a miracle.

Only 1,000 copies of the coffee-hued special edition vinyl were pressed by Blood Records, and from what Sabrina Carpenter says herself, they disappeared quicker than your energy after one shot of espresso. In classic, hectic fan style, they sold out before she could even put it up.

Sabrina Carpenter is the queen of caffeine-core record drops. If you blinked, you would have missed it, and now we're left with nothing but Instagram Stories, heart-eye emojis, and the anguished sound of record FOMO.

But hey, at least Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso vinyl just broke the record for the fastest caffeine-related heartbreak in music merch history. As soon as the news came out, someone (@listforlidestan) took to his X account and commented:

"Espresso is black liquid tho"

A few fans noted that Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso vinyl doesn't quite meet the name it's been assigned because, you know, espresso is black, and the vinyl's coffee-colored liquid is a deep brown. But hey, who cares?

This isn't about being a purist about the rules of coffee, it's about creating something different and fun. After all, in the universe of bespoke vinyls, a little creative license never hurts. Perhaps it's a "new mix", one that integrates music, imagination, and a shot of caffeine genius.

So, sure, it's not black espresso, per se. But it's most certainly a limited-release production that keeps us alert in just the right manner. And besides, it's brown, so it just kind of looks like a special edition upgrade to your turntable, not to mention your coffee table.

Before we go on to the fan reaction, let's just take a moment to admire the real art of Espresso vinyl fandom. Because when Sabrina Carpenter releases a limited-run coffee-themed album, you can bet your bottom dollar that the internet's going to freak out.

Fans are not only purchasing a vinyl record; they're purchasing a piece of history, a sip of caffeine-fueled pop culture, and maybe a couple of broken hearts in the process.

With only 1,000 copies pressed and FOMO at an all-time high, it's safe to say these fans aren't just responding, they're living for the drama, the limited-edition hysteria, and the once-in-a-lifetime chance to own a part of Sabrina Carpenter's espresso-fueled history.

Fill your mugs, people, because these fan responses are about to get as bold as your morning coffee.

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Netizens react as Sabrina Carpenter's ‘Espresso’ vinyl comes with real espresso

People couldn't resist cracking a joke at Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso album's coffee color, that it's more "latte" than espresso. Others just took the chance to exhibit their sarcasm skills, responding that they'll "have it with cream and sugar."

Color theorists were also present to make this news more meme-worthy:

"What's next, Not Like Us vinyl filled with Drake's blood?," a user @_NatalieWould hilariously commented.

"they just had to make it solid brown what the f*ck is this," another user @formula_swift hilariously commented.

"why is it orange," a netizen @PARADlSEFORME sarcastically expressed.

A couple of people jumped into the comments just for kicks, tossing coffee jokes like sugar packets at a diner. Whether they managed to grab the vinyl or not, the jokes were flowing. From making fun of the color of the coffee to imagining it spinning on a breakfast plate, the jokes had no off switch.

Sometimes the internet just needs a reason, and this vinyl was the coffee:

"sabrina said merch you can literally sip on," a user @szaseiji hilariously commented.

"Now that’s how you press a record that smells like a hit and tastes like espresso," another user @SirTopiano hilariously commented.

"one slow day and imma drink it," a netizen @BookCameo sarcastically commented.

The peanut gallery, of course, arrived on cue, coffee puns and no hesitation. Some cracked jokes about the color of the vinyl, others threw in crazy interpretations just for the humor.

Whether they did or didn't want the Espresso vinyl, they had opinions, jokes, and punchlines at the ready. Now it's less about the merch and more about the comment section being the headliner.

"That's pretty cool! Wonder if it will mold eventually," a user @JDoza1 hilariously commented.

"can someone buy this and break it open real fast im tryna see somethin," another user @themarxistbarb hilariously commented.

"Delicious Sounds," a netizen @mrdariusone sarcastically commented.

"So what happens when it ultimately spoils and explode," a netizen @its_not_Iee sarcastically wrote.

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From doubt to sell-out: Sabrina Carpenter’s Espresso vinyl is now a fan favorite

When Sabrina Carpenter first dreamed up Espresso, she wasn't entirely convinced it would blow up, brought in part with a spring drop for a song named after what she thought was a snuggle-up autumnal drink.

But what started out as a mood she was certain of ended up as the biggest caffeine rush of 2024, racking up over 1.6 billion streams on Spotify and securing her six Grammy nods, including Record of the Year.

And that was not all? Her surprise single timed perfectly with a Dunkin' collaboration, introducing the Brown Sugar Shakin Espresso to the mix to keep pace with the energy. In a past interview, Sabrina Carpenter said:

"I remember deciding to put this song out in the beginning of summer and thinking espresso, coffee is kind of more of a fall beverage. I really didn't know if it would connect, but the sentiment and the sound of the song and the confidence that it kind of just carries along with it was something that I really believed in.

"So I had literally no idea that anyone would like it, but I liked it, and that was kind of all that mattered to me in that moment, and something I try to remember over and over again."

Sabrina Carpenter had earlier characterized the song as "somewhat addictive," and it would seem she was right. What began as a vibe song became a global phenomenon. She said:

"I think that’s the whole point of it. It’s like somewhat addictive. It’s really all kismet the way that worked out. I didn’t write it with that in mind. So I’m really happy to hear that. But thank you for listening so many times, even if you weren’t aware of it."

And now fans are losing their minds to get their hands on a limited-release Espresso vinyl that seems to have been brewed straight from the record itself.

Even though Espresso became a huge sensation, Sabrina Carpenter had one of those moments of, "Wait, did I really do this to myself?" In a video, she admitted that she kinda "regrets" writing the song, mainly because singing it live with the choreography was like juggling blazing coffee cups.

It turns out that producing a banger song and attempting to dance along while singing the same song simultaneously aren't always a match made in heaven. But hey, it's a small price to pay when your song's streaming figures are hotter than your morning coffee. She said:

"Espresso is a little harder for me again because of the short breath control and just how precise some of the notes are. And when I was in the studio, I was like, ‘This is fun,’ ‘I love this song,’ and then once I got on stage, I was like, ‘This is kind of hard,’ like, ‘Why did I write this song?"

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Sabrina Carpenter's emotes are now available in Fortnite

Fortnite just got a whole lot brighter because Sabrina Carpenter officially became part of the mayhem. And no, this isn't a fever dream induced by excessive Slurp Juice. With emotes directly inspired by her Short n' Sweet tour and glitter spilling like loot drops, the Sabrina Carpenter Fortnite takeover is now destroying lobbies and hearts.

Players can frag foes while doling out pop princess power in sparkly attire that yells "chart-topper with killy streaks." Amid the glam guitars, stage-concert apparel, and enough attitude to make the storm itself stall, this crossover is less "drop in and survive" and more "drop in and SLAY."

Forget constructing; Sabrina Carpenter's here to deliver vocals, vibes, and victory royales.

Sabrina Carpenter has officially joined Fortnite as of April 8, and she's not just here to belt out a tune; she's here to kill. Her glittery Short n' Sweet tour style can be unlocked by players through the Music Pass for 1,400 V-Bucks, including a yellow baby doll dress and a bodysuit that shouts, "I top charts and leaderboards."

Want to shop à la carte? The Item Shop's got your back with pastel tour-chic outfits for 1,500 V-Bucks. But hurry, Sabrina Carpenter's Fortnite days are up June 1, and so is your opportunity to win in style.

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And there you have it, Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso vinyl, a caffeine fix masterpiece that has people running faster than a coffee fiend at sunrise. What began as a song she wasn't sure even resonated has now perked into a full-blown phenomenon, complete with special edition coffee-filled vinyls and enough energy to fuel a small coffee house.

Whether you're in it for the music, the merch, or just the opportunity to have a piece of pop history that may be able to rouse you in the morning, Sabrina Carpenter's Espresso is the beverage and the record you didn't know you needed.

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