Qu'est-ce que is a twix a biscuit ?

"Is a Twix a biscuit?" is a commonly debated question that has sparked much discussion.

To begin, it's important to understand what a biscuit is. In many countries, particularly the United Kingdom, a biscuit refers to a small, sweet baked good that is typically crisp and can be eaten with tea or coffee. Biscuits in the UK are similar to what Americans would call cookies.

Now, let's look at Twix. Twix is a popular chocolate bar consisting of two crunchy biscuit fingers covered in caramel and coated in milk chocolate. It was first introduced in the United Kingdom in 1967 and has since become a staple treat around the world.

The debate arises from the fact that Twix contains biscuit as one of its main components. However, many argue that the biscuit in Twix is different from a traditional biscuit. While a common biscuit is distinctively crisp and dry, the biscuit in Twix is much softer and has a different texture due to its caramel and chocolate coating.

Some people argue that because Twix is called a chocolate bar and is typically found in the candy aisle of supermarkets, it should not be considered a biscuit. Others point out that the biscuit component is a significant part of Twix's composition and that it shares similarities with other biscuits.

In fact, this debate even led to a legal case in the UK. In 1991, a court ruled that Twix should be classified as a biscuit for tax purposes since it shared similarities with other biscuits, such as being sold in biscuit aisles and being consumed as a snack. This ruling was mainly related to the issue of value-added tax on chocolate bars versus biscuits.

In summary, whether a Twix is considered a biscuit or not depends on different perspectives. While it does contain biscuit as a key ingredient, its specific characteristics and how it is marketed can also be considered in the classification. Ultimately, it is up to personal interpretation and preference as to how one perceives and categorizes Twix.