Czech brewers commit beer "blasphemy" to buoy sales

PRAGUE (Reuters) – An economic downturn and a shift to healthier living has led to a small revolution for brewers in the country which gave the world Pilsner and the original Budweiser beer. So-called "radlers" – beers mixed with drinks like Sprite, lemonade or fruit flavored beverages – are proving a saving grace for beer makers whose customers have cut back on the main Bohemian tipple during a European economic malaise, and as people steer away from heavy suds towards a healthier lifestyle. …