If it’s tobacco you smoke, that may explain why you prefer more caffeine - nicotine has been proven to reduce the half life of caffeine significantly. Tangenti

If it’s tobacco you smoke, that may explain why you prefer more caffeine - nicotine has been proven to reduce the half life of caffeine significantly. Tangentially, have you considered making cold brew? Cold brew over ice tastes a LOT better than hot coffee poured over ice due to the lower acid content. It’s very easy to make if you have a French press.