However, one reddit user said: “Biscuits aren’t scones. Scones are sweet. Biscuits are savoury. Hence, having them with savoury things.”
A popular dish originating from the American South, biscuits and gravy is a savoury delicacy in the USA.
While British people might think of a bourbon or custard cream, American biscuits are actually fluffy quickbreads which explains why they form part of a savoury dish.
However, American food products are generally sweeter than the UK and contain more sugar.
source: express.co.uk