How to recreate the Sabrina Carpenter Dunkin' espresso drink at home

If you enjoy Sabrina Carpenter's music, you probably already know what her go-to coffee drink is.

Sabrina’s Brown Sugar Shakin’ Espresso is a popular drink that combines rich, smooth espresso with a touch of sweetness, creating the perfect pick-me-up for any time of day.

Fortunately, you can enjoy this iconic beverage right from the comfort of your own home. With only a handful of easy-to-find ingredients and a few straightforward steps, you can whip up Sabrina's Brown Sugar Shakin’ Espresso in your kitchen.

Whether you're preparing for a hectic day, seeking a swift energy lift, or simply looking to indulge in a delightful drink inspired by your favorite celebrity, this guide will walk you through the process, step by step. So, gather your coffee beans and let's start brewing!

What you will require

This drink is made with espresso, oat milk and brown sugar sweetener all shaken over ice. The oat milk is the easy part, as you can stock up on your favorite oat milk at Amazon or Whole Foods.

The brown sugar sweetener is not as simple as you might think. Sure, you could put plain brown sugar in your drink, but that won't supply the same effect as the Dunkin' drink or the similar Iced Brown Sugar Oatmilk Shaken Espresso from Starbucks.

You can create your own unique flavor syrup using these ingredients:

• 4 tbsp lightly packed brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 6 tbsp water
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

If you're in a pinch and don't have time to mix the ingredients together, many coffee creamer companies now make oat milk brown sugar creamers — our favorite is this one from Coffeemate that you can find at Target.

Now it's time for the espresso.

If you're ready to fully commit and purchase an espresso machine for your home, there are some excellent and budget-friendly choices available.

Trusted brand De'Longhi offers an at-home espresso machine called the Stilosa that is equipped with a milk steaming wand — and it's available on Amazon for $82. It does not have a coffee grinder, but all you would need to make your at-home Sabrina drink is a pre-ground espresso-roast coffee.

Nespresso machines are also a great option, just be sure to use a classic espresso pod and not a flavored one.

For a cheaper option to make at-home espresso, a Moka pot is an excellent alternative. The Moka pot is a stovetop espresso maker, commonly used in Italian homes. It has three parts: a bottom chamber for water, a middle chamber for coffee grounds, and a top chamber for brewed coffee.

The pot works by heating water in the bottom chamber, which creates steam pressure that forces the water through the coffee grounds in the middle chamber and into the top chamber. This brewing method is called percolation. Moka pots range from $11 to about $50 from Target and Amazon.

It's easy to use! Fill up the bottom section with water, add ground coffee to the middle section, screw the top on, place your pot on the stove and then fire up the stove. Once you hear a bubbling sound, your pot has finished brewing, and viola, your at-home espresso has been made.

Your last piece of equipment for the Sabrina drink is a cocktail shaker — yes, just like the ones you see at bars!

Here’s a revised version: How to create it.

If you're making your own syrup, start there! According to Olivia Bearmann's recipe on ItsLivB.com, make the syrup by adding all of the ingredients listed above to a saucepan on medium heat and whisk to combine. Once simmering, lower the heat and simmer the brown sugar mixture for an additional 3-5 minutes.

When adding creamer to your iced latte, keep in mind that using the same quantity of creamer as you typically would milk can make your drink excessively sweet. Instead, we suggest opting for regular oat milk and just a small amount of creamer to balance the flavors.

Prepare the espresso using your chosen technique. At Dunkin', a typical medium-sized shaken espresso drink usually contains two shots, but feel free to adjust the number to your taste. While the espresso is brewing, fill your cocktail shaker with half a cup of ice. After the shots are ready, carefully pour them over the ice in the shaker.

Begin by adding half a cup to a full cup of oat milk to your espresso and ice mixture. If you’ve prepared your own syrup, incorporate it according to your preference. Start with a little and gradually increase until it’s as sweet as you like. When using a creamer, follow the same method—start with a small amount, taste, and if you want it sweeter, simply add more creamer.

Once you've discovered the perfect balance of flavors, give it a good shake!

Serve in a trendy glass for entertaining or in your favorite to-go tumbler for busy days.

This beverage is sure to brighten your day. It's none other than the delightful Sabrina espresso!