The Czech Republic, which boasts a population of 10 million, is a famously beer-loving nation. Nobody in the world drinks as much beer as the Czechs do — for decades, they have nabbed the top spot for most per capita beer consumption lists, only occasionally ranking second. Traditionally, the pub has formed the heart of a Czech community, being a place for people to meet, play cards, and discuss life, politics and literature. Beer, pubs and lively conversation have also been depicted in the