Abernethy biscuits remain popular in Scotland.

The Abernethy biscuit was invented by Scottish doctor John Abernethy in the 19th century as a digestive improver and hence aid to health.

The messenger fortunately found Mr. Solomon Pell in court, regaling himself, business being rather slack, with a cold collation of an Abernethy biscuit and a saveloy.

The Abernethy biscuit is an adaptation of the plain captain's biscuit or hardtack, with the added ingredients of sugar (for energy), and caraway seeds because of their reputation for being beneficial in digestive disorders.