"Complete In Vino Veritas Guide for Kingdom Come Deliverance 2"

Side quests in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* can range from fun to frustrating, and "In Vino Veritas" is no exception. This quest involves multiple steps and even a side quest within a side quest, so let's break it down to make your journey smoother.

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Speak with Casper and Havel Find the Monastery's Secret Ingredient

Speak with Casper and Havel

To kick off "In Vino Veritas," head to the east side of Kuttenberg City and find Casper Rudolf by his drink cart. Just enter through the east gate and keep going straight; you'll bump into him. Casper's curious about the secret behind the monks' wine, but you've got some groundwork to lay first. Make sure to explore all dialogue options with him to learn about Havel and a book he left with Adleta. This intel will guide how you approach the next phase—impressing Havel.

If you decide to retrieve the book from Adleta, head to the southeast corner of Kuttenberg's inner wall during the morning or afternoon. You'll find an open garden where Adleta often hangs out. Pick up five Marigolds before you go. Try to meet her before her brother Hugo arrives, or get Hugo's permission to talk to her. Be kind during your conversation and mention you need the book for Casper. You can either pass a skill check to persuade her or offer the Marigolds as a gift in exchange for the book. Once you have it, don't forget to read it from your inventory.

Alternatively, you can skip the book and go straight to Havel at his inn in Kuttenberg City. Make sure your Charisma is at least 18 by wearing the right outfit, and brush up on your drinking skills. When you talk to Havel, choose these options:

• Germany. Let’s do it.
• That’s a very fine gift.
• Steinberger.
• It’s missing ginger.

These choices will impress Havel, who will then share the monastery's secret ingredient. Return to Casper with this crucial information.

Find the Monastery's Secret Ingredient

Next, head north of Kuttenberg to the vineyard and speak to the recruiter to start the "Under the Straw Hat" side quest. You don't have to finish it, but starting it allows you to explore the vineyard without being seen as a trespasser. Inside, find Jerome sitting on a bench near the main building.

Sneak into the main building, take a left, and head to the storeroom. Use your lockpicking skills to open the chests and find the Sulphur Wicks, which Casper needs. If you're looking for extra Groschen, grab five seedlings from the garden behind the main building before you leave.

If you want to complete "Under the Straw Hat," you'll need to do some work like removing plants around the vines and moving sacks. Once you've done enough, report back to Jerome to finish the side quest and earn some Groschen. Otherwise, return to Casper with the Sulphur Wicks and seedlings if you've collected them.

That wraps up "In Vino Veritas," freeing you to tackle other quests in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 or perhaps spend some time collecting badges and dice.