Good question. I have smoked at least a couple of boxes of each of these sizes and they are identical in flavor. Granted, each has slightly different draw/burn characteristics (none of which are bad). I have never sensed coffee in any Tatuaje. Pretty much smooth tobacco with a nice spice. I cannot say that I have really picked up on coffee in any stick other than a Java . Just my opinion. We all have different taste buds- so each to his own....