Coffee alternative is a term used to describe beverages that can be consumed as an alternative to coffee. The three most common coffee alternatives are COCOA, TEA, and chai TEA. COCOA is a beverage made from the beans of the cacao tree and is usually served hot or cold. TEA is a beverage made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant and is usually served hot. Chai TEA is a type of TEA that is brewed with spices such as cardamom, cinnamon, and ginger and is usually served hot.