Side quests in *Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2* can range from fun to frustrating, and "In Vino Veritas" is no exception with its intricate steps and nested side quests. Here's how to navigate this engaging quest effectively.
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Speak with Casper and Havel
Find the Monastery’s Secret Ingredient
Speak with Casper and Havel
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To start "In Vino Veritas," you'll need to find Casper Rudolf by his drink cart on the east side of Kuttenberg City. Simply enter through the east gate and head straight until you bump into him. Casper is eager to uncover the secret behind the monks' superior wine, but you'll need to take several steps to get there. Make sure to exhaust all dialogue options with Casper to learn about Havel and the book he left with Adleta, which will influence your approach to 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 spends her time. Before approaching, gather five Marigolds. You can either speak with Adleta before her brother Hugo arrives or obtain Hugo's permission to talk to her. Be kind during your conversation and mention that you need the book for Casper. You can pass a skill check to convince her to hand it over or offer her the Marigolds as a gift in exchange for the book. Once you have it, read the book from your inventory.
Alternatively, if you choose to skip the book and go directly to Havel, locate him at his inn in Kuttenberg City. Ensure you're well-versed in drinking and dressed to boost your Charisma to at least 18. When speaking with Havel, select these dialogue options:
- Germany. Let’s do it.
- That’s a very fine gift.
- Steinberger.
- It’s missing ginger.
These choices will impress Havel, leading him to reveal the monastery's secret ingredient. Return to Casper with this newfound knowledge.
Find the Monastery’s Secret Ingredient
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Next, head to the vineyard north of Kuttenberg and speak with the recruiter to initiate the "Under the Straw Hat" side quest. While not necessary to complete, starting it allows you to explore the vineyard without being labeled a trespasser. Inside, find Jerome sitting on a bench near the main building.
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Once inside the main building, sneak to the left and enter the storeroom. Use your lockpicking skills to open the chests and retrieve the Sulphur Wicks, which Casper needs. For some extra Groschen, visit the garden behind the main building and collect five seedlings before you leave.
If you're interested in completing "Under the Straw Hat," engage in tasks like clearing plants around the vines and moving sacks. After completing enough work, report back to Jerome to finish the side quest and earn some Groschen. Otherwise, return to Casper with the wicks and any seedlings you've gathered.
Completing "In Vino Veritas" allows you to progress to other quests in Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 or spend time collecting badges and dice for a change of pace.
