Esse Change

Esse Change cigarettes are a superslim pack manufactured by KT&G, built with a flavour capsule embedded in the filter that releases an apple mint taste when crushed. It was the first superslim cigarette to carry a flavour capsule, a technical challenge KT&G solved after years of only fitting capsules into king-size cigarettes. We stock Esse Change cigarettes in our Esse cigarettes category, part of the wider cigarettes category on our Dubai store, alongside the full Esse brand lineup.

How the Apple Mint Capsule Works

Esse Change cigarettes smoke with a standard smooth tobacco taste until the capsule in the filter is crushed. Once activated, the cigarette shifts to a cool apple mint flavour that carries through the rest of the smoke.

That two-taste design became the blueprint for later capsule lines. Esse Bubble Purple cigarettes use the same crush-and-release idea, just with a berry flavour built in instead of apple mint.

Format and Design

Esse Change cigarettes keep the superslim body the Esse family is built around, sized to fit the flavour capsule without adding bulk to the pack. The design lines up with other capsule variants, including Esse Change Double cigarettes, which build on the same base with a second capsule.

The slim shape stays light and easy to carry, a consistent feature across the whole Esse capsule range.

Who Should Smoke Esse Change Cigarettes?

Esse Change cigarettes suit smokers who want the choice between a plain tobacco smoke and a flavoured one in the same cigarette. They work well for anyone new to capsule cigarettes, and for smokers comparing flavoured superslims against straightforward packs from brands like Marlboro cigarettes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Esse Change cigarettes?

Esse Change cigarettes are a superslim pack made by KT&G, built with a flavour capsule in the filter that releases an apple mint taste when crushed. It was the first superslim cigarette in the world to include a flavour capsule, a feature KT&G had previously only managed to fit into king-size cigarettes.

How do you activate the flavour in Esse Change cigarettes?

You activate the flavour in Esse Change cigarettes by pinching the capsule built into the filter, which releases a burst of apple mint into the smoke. The capsule stays sealed until crushed, so smokers can start with a plain tobacco taste and switch to the flavoured one at any point during the cigarette.

What does the flavour capsule in Esse Change cigarettes taste like?

The flavour capsule in Esse Change cigarettes releases an apple mint taste, combining a light fruit sweetness with a cool mint finish. It sits on top of a smooth tobacco base, so the flavour adds to the smoke rather than replacing the tobacco taste completely.

Who manufactures Esse Change cigarettes?

Esse Change cigarettes are manufactured by KT&G, short for Korea Tobacco and Ginseng Corporation, the South Korean company that pioneered flavour capsule technology in superslim cigarettes. After launching Esse Change, KT&G began producing its own capsules in-house and has since developed over 200 flavour variations across the wider Esse range.

Can I buy Esse Change cigarettes online in Dubai?

Yes, Esse Change cigarettes are available to order online through our Dubai store, with delivery across the UAE. We stock the full Esse capsule range alongside Esse Change, so you can compare flavours and order the pack that fits your taste.