Tourists from all over the world have rated their favourite Czech drinks in a new ranking showcasing preferences. The ranking, compiled by TasteAtlas, showcased a range of drinks that highlighted both tradition and local flavour but amplified beers as the overall winner. The TasteAtlas rankings drew preferences from an international audience, with votes filtered to ignore local or national biases, so that tourists made up the majority of voters. According to TasteAtlas, this process helps ensure a fair representation of the drinks that resonate on a global scale, rather than those simply recognised within Czech borders. While well-known beers remain notable, the list also included beers from smaller breweries standing alongside larger brands. Added to this, wines from Moravia and even a traditional tea from Bohemia have also make the top 10 list. According to reports via the Czech expats platform, the top of the list is České pivo (Czech beer), which is not just a general term but also the Protected Geographical Indication that represents the majority (approximately 65%) of the beers brewed in the Czech Republic. The PGI designation also reportedly applies to local beers brewed according to specific criteria, such as traditional brewing methods and the use of local ingredients. The Czech beer that reigns as the highest-rated comes in second place on the TasteAtlas list and is Chodské pivo, a lager from the historic Chodsko region in the Plzeň area and by Pivovar Chodovar. Notably, Chodské pivo has been brewed since the 12th century, making it
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