As observed on 10 August 2026, two ESSE Change cartons sit side by side in the Vyrqexa AUD Price Timestamp Ledger with a clear price gap between them. ESSE Change Double Applemint Wine (SKU SS-277) is recorded at A$229.50 per carton. ESSE Change Mint Ice Blast 4mg (SKU SS-288) is recorded at A$195.50 per carton. That is an A$34.00 difference on the same 10-pack basis. This record answers which carton is the better value and where the gap comes from. All amounts below are dated observations, not price promises.
The Live AUD Record
The table below is the live WooCommerce record pulled on the observation date. Both products belong to the ESSE Change family and both were marked in stock at the time of reading.
| SKU | Product | Current AUD price (per carton) | List price | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SS-277 | ESSE Change Double Applemint Wine | A$229.50 | A$270.00 | In stock |
| SS-288 | ESSE Change Mint Ice Blast 4mg | A$195.50 | A$230.00 | In stock |
Exact Identity and SKU
Full catalogue names matter in a price ledger, because two similar flavours can sit close together and be mixed up at checkout. The first record is ESSE Change Double Applemint Wine – 1 Carton (10 Packs), SKU SS-277. The second record is ESSE Change Mint Ice Blast 4mg – 1 Carton (10 Packs), SKU SS-288. When you compare cartons, check the SKU on the product page against the code on the carton before you commit. The price ledger is bound to the SKU, not to the flavour name alone.
Where the A$34.00 Gap Comes From
On 2026-08-10 the current recorded price for SS-277 is A$229.50 per carton, with a list price of A$270.00. The current recorded price for SS-288 is A$195.50 per carton, with a list price of A$230.00. The gap on current prices is A$34.00 per carton, which is about A$3.40 per pack across ten packs. In percentage terms the Applemint Wine record sits roughly 17.4 percent above the Mint Ice Blast record. The list-price gap is wider still at A$40.00. None of this is a judgement about quality. It is simply what the ledger shows on the observation date, and the gap can move when either amount changes.
Flavour Profiles: Applemint Wine vs Mint Ice Blast
Both cartons are part of the ESSE Change family, and both use the super slim format, so the practical difference between them is mostly the flavour line. Double Applemint Wine is named for an apple-mint blend with a wine note. Mint Ice Blast 4mg is named for a mint profile with an ice-blast marker, and the 4mg marking appears in the product title. The ledger records names, SKUs and amounts; it does not rank taste, strength or quality. If you already know your preferred profile, the comparison is mostly about price.
Carton Quantity Basis
Every amount in this comparison is quoted on the same basis: one carton equals ten packs. SS-277 at A$229.50 works out to A$22.95 per pack. SS-288 at A$195.50 works out to A$19.55 per pack. The per-pack view is useful because mixing the two units is the easiest way to misread a carton comparison.
Observation Date and Change Rule
The observation date for this comparison is 2026-08-10. Prices in the Vyrqexa ledger are live records: they are captured on a specific date, they may change, and the product page is the final authority. When an amount changes, the new figure becomes the current record and the old figure retires without being rewritten. That is why each article carries its own date stamp.
Catalogue Context
Both SKUs sit inside the ESSE category of the Vyrqexa catalogue, alongside the rest of the ESSE Change range. For a wider view of the family, the ESSE Cigarettes in Australia: 2026 Carton Prices & Flavours Guide collects the recorded ESSE amounts in one place. For another same-brand price comparison in the same format, the Dunhill Blue vs Dunhill Red 6mg record shows a similar A$17.00 gap question. Order enquiries can be sent through WhatsApp.
FAQ
Which ESSE Change carton is cheaper in the 2026 record?
As observed on 2026-08-10, ESSE Change Mint Ice Blast 4mg (SKU SS-288) is the cheaper record at A$195.50 per carton. ESSE Change Double Applemint Wine (SKU SS-277) is A$229.50 per carton, which is A$34.00 more on the same 10-pack basis.
How many packs are in one carton?
One carton is ten packs for both SKUs. SS-277 at A$229.50 is A$22.95 per pack, and SS-288 at A$195.50 is A$19.55 per pack. The A$34.00 carton gap is about A$3.40 per pack.
What is the difference between Applemint Wine and Mint Ice Blast?
The product names describe two different ESSE Change flavour lines. Double Applemint Wine is an apple-mint blend with a wine note. Mint Ice Blast 4mg is a mint profile with an ice-blast marker and a 4mg tar marking in the title. The ledger records the names and prices as observed; it does not judge which flavour is better.
Why is the Applemint Wine record more expensive?
The catalogue shows a higher list price for SS-277 (A$270.00) than for SS-288 (A$230.00), and the observed prices keep the same order at A$229.50 versus A$195.50. The gap is a recorded price difference on the observation date, not a statement about strength, quality or origin.
How do I verify the SKU and place an order?
Open the product page and match the SKU on the page to the code on the carton: SS-277 for Applemint Wine and SS-288 for Mint Ice Blast. Order enquiries can be sent via WhatsApp. Vyrqexa is an Australian adult tobacco catalogue for customers aged 18 and over, and it serves Australia only.
Vyrqexa is an Australian adult tobacco catalogue. This article is a dated price record for customers aged 18 and over, and the catalogue serves Australia only. It is not health advice and it does not rank or guarantee any product. Prices are live observations captured on 2026-08-10 and may change; confirm the current amount on the product page before ordering. Check the SKU, compare on the same carton basis, and keep the observation date in mind when you read any AUD amount.
