Looking for Britannia Bourbon biscuits near you in Los Angeles? We stock them at Anoras Cash N Carry, 567 S Fairfax Ave in the Fairfax District, with the classic 100 g pack starting at $1.75 and larger family and bulk sizes on the same shelf. If you grew up dunking these dark, sugar-dusted chocolate cream sandwiches in your afternoon chai, you already know the one. Here's everything worth knowing before you buy — what a Bourbon biscuit actually is, which size makes sense for you, how it stacks up against the other chocolate-cream biscuits we carry, and how to get a pack today across Mid-Wilshire and the Westside.

What is a Britannia Bourbon biscuit?

A Britannia Bourbon biscuit is a rectangular chocolate sandwich: two cocoa biscuits, stamped with the word BOURBON and a neat row of docking holes, pressed around a layer of chocolate cream and finished with a dusting of coarse sugar on top. The bite is crisp rather than soft, and the flavor leans toward deep cocoa and a little coffee-ish bitterness instead of sweet milk chocolate.

The Bourbon style was born in Britain around 1910, and it took its name from the European royal house, not from the whiskey. Britannia — the Indian baking company that's been around since 1892 — makes the version most desi households grew up on, and that's the one people come to Fairfax looking for when a British-brand biscuit won't quite taste right.

Takeaway: if you want a crisp, grown-up, cocoa-forward biscuit rather than a sweet cookie, the Bourbon is it.

What do Britannia Bourbon biscuits taste like?

Think dark chocolate rather than candy. The biscuit halves carry a roasty, almost malty cocoa note, and the cream in the middle is smooth and only moderately sweet, so the sugar crystals on top do the heavy lifting on the first bite. That balance is exactly why they hold up so well to hot tea — a sweeter biscuit tends to collapse into sugar, while the Bourbon stays structured and releases its chocolate slowly as it warms.

Takeaway: reach for a Bourbon when you want chocolate flavor without a sugar rush, especially alongside chai or coffee.

Which size of Britannia Bourbon should you buy?

We carry a few, and the right one really just depends on how fast your house goes through biscuits:

• Britannia Bourbon Original 100 g — the single pack, $1.75. Perfect for trying them, for a lunchbox, or for keeping one tucked in a drawer at work.
• Britannia Bourbon Original 400 g — the family pack, the sweet spot for a household that drinks chai daily.
• Britannia Bourbon Original 800 g — the bulk box, for big families, offices, or anyone who's tired of running out mid-week.
• Britannia Bourbon Cappuccino 100 g — the coffee-cream twist, if you want a little more of that mocha edge.

Takeaway: start with the 100 g pack to taste, then size up to the 400 g or 800 g once they're a staple.

Britannia Bourbon vs other chocolate cream biscuits

The Bourbon has company on our biscuit shelf, and each one scratches a slightly different itch:

• Parle Hide & Seek Black Bourbon ($2.35) is darker and a touch more indulgent, with chocolate chips worked into the biscuit itself — a richer, more modern take.
• Sunfeast Dark Fantasy Bourbon leans premium and extra-chocolatey if you want to trade up.
• McVitie's Bourbon Creams is the British-aisle original for anyone who wants the UK version they remember.

Our honest take: the Britannia Bourbon is the everyday classic — the balanced, dunk-friendly one you buy by the box. The Parle and Sunfeast versions are the treat-yourself upgrades. Grab a couple and run your own taste test; they're a dollar or two each.

Takeaway: buy Britannia for daily chai time, and keep a premium pack around for when you want something richer.

How do you serve Britannia Bourbon biscuits?

The obvious move is the right one: dunk them in hot chai or coffee for two or three seconds — long enough to soften the edge, short enough that the biscuit doesn't drop into your cup. Beyond that, they're a genuinely useful baking shortcut. Crush a sleeve into fine crumbs for a no-bake cheesecake or kulfi base, layer whole biscuits with whipped cream and a splash of coffee for a quick desi-style tiramisu, or blitz them into a milkshake for instant chocolate-biscuit flavor. Kids, of course, will just eat them straight from the pack.

Takeaway: they're a snack, a dunking biscuit, and a dessert base all at once — keep a pack on hand for all three.

How should you store Britannia Bourbon biscuits?

Keep the pack sealed and in a cool, dry cupboard away from the stove. Once it's open, the enemy is LA humidity on a warm day, so move the biscuits into an airtight container or clip the sleeve tightly — that keeps the snap crisp and stops the cream from picking up fridge or pantry smells. Stored well, they stay good right up to the date printed on the pack.

Takeaway: seal them up after opening and they'll hold their crunch for weeks.

Where to buy Britannia Bourbon biscuits near me in Los Angeles

You'll find Britannia Bourbon biscuits with us at Anoras Cash N Carry, 567 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, in the heart of the Fairfax District. We're an easy run from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Mid-Wilshire, Culver City and Koreatown, and we're open every day from 10 AM to 9 PM. Browse the rest of our bakery & biscuits aisle while you're at it — it's where the Good Day, Marie, Jim Jam and British biscuits live too.

Don't feel like leaving the house? We deliver within a 10-mile radius from 10 AM to 8 PM, usually in about 45 minutes, on a $35.97 minimum order — delivery is $7.98, or free once you're over $99. Live outside our delivery zone? Order online for free in-store pickup with no minimum; your bag is usually ready in about an hour. Prefer to ask first, call us at 323-272-3617 or start your cart at anorascashncarry.com.

Want the fuller lineup? Our guide to Britannia biscuits in Los Angeles covers Good Day, Jim Jam and rusk, and our Indian tea brands guide pairs perfectly with a Bourbon in hand.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a pack of Britannia Bourbon biscuits cost at Anoras Cash N Carry?

The Britannia Bourbon Original 100 g single pack is $1.75. We also stock larger 400 g family packs and 800 g bulk boxes, plus the Bourbon Cappuccino, at our Fairfax store and online for delivery or pickup.

Are Britannia Bourbon biscuits vegetarian?

Yes — Britannia Bourbon biscuits are made without egg and carry India's green-dot vegetarian mark. They are not gluten-free, since they're made with wheat flour. Always check the pack for the current ingredient and allergen list.

What's the difference between Britannia Bourbon and Parle Hide & Seek Bourbon?

Britannia Bourbon is the classic balanced chocolate-cream sandwich with a sugar-dusted top. Parle Hide & Seek Black Bourbon is darker and richer, with chocolate chips baked into the biscuit itself. Both are on our shelf, so it's easy to try them side by side.

Can I get Britannia Bourbon biscuits delivered in Los Angeles?

Yes. We deliver within 10 miles of 567 S Fairfax Ave from 10 AM to 8 PM, typically in about 45 minutes, with a $35.97 minimum and a $7.98 fee that's waived over $99. Outside the zone, choose free in-store pickup with no minimum.

Why does a Bourbon biscuit taste like coffee if there's no coffee in it?

That roasty, coffee-ish note comes from the dark cocoa used in both the biscuit and the cream — it's chocolate, just deeper and less sweet than milk-chocolate cookies. If you do want an actual coffee note, try the Britannia Bourbon Cappuccino.