Hippocras is an aromatic drink that was popular in medieval times. It is made by infusing wine with spices and sugar. The word "Hippocras" is derived from the name of the famous Greek physician, Hippocrates, who believed that wine should be used for medicinal purposes. There are a few other synonyms for "Hippocras," including "spiced wine," "mulled wine," and "sack posset." Spiced wine and mulled wine are both similar to Hippocras in that they are both made by infusing wine with spices, although they may have different variations depending on the region. Sack posset is similar as well, but it is made with ale instead of wine.