Meet Us On October’s Edge - Sep 2025 Newsletter
The auto rattled through the bazaar, crying horns and bleating goats, cows broad and unbothered, witnessing our passage.
A chipped cup of chai rides with me, the leathery skin drifting on its surface this way and that with every jolt.
The driver grinning into the mirror, seeing the chaos as a kind of game, pressing ever harder on the throttle.
We are racing, not to any address I know, but to the very edge of October itself, where seasons change as suddenly as the sharp bend in the road ahead.
Living in India has given me a different way of seeing chai, masala chai, milk tea, whatever name you give it. It isn’t a recipe so much as an idea, and everyone carries their own version. For me, chai means something warm, milky, and spiced, with just a little sugar. For someone else, it might be milk and sugar with only the faintest breath of tea.
At NM Tea Co, we’ve mixed our own blend of tea and spices to get you started on your own “auto ride.” From there, you can jolt and jostle your way to any destination you like. Begin simply: simmer tea and spices in water with milk, and let it roll until it's the color you love.
Warmly,
David Edwards.
New Mexico Tea Company
Featured Teas
This is the blend you want if you like a spice-filled chai without having to worry about what goes where. More Info
This is the one you want if you like a little more control over the result. You can add your own tea or rooibos. All the spices are there. More Info
The instant mix has it all, milk, sugar, spice... all you do is add water and you're ready to go! More Info
This hearty and uplifting blend is a caffeine-free version of a masala spiced chai. More Info
Welcome To India
My wife and I will be living in Delhi for the next year or so while we wait for her visa to be issued for a move to the United States. If you're interested in visiting India, we would be happy to share contacts or advice to help you plan your trip. Perhaps we can even meet for a cup of tea at the start or end of your journey. Just let us know what you might need help with!
We started a little YouTube channel with a couple of videos. We are not sure what it will turn into yet, but you can see a little slice of india and our adventure.
Other Cool Products
A cheerful mix of mugs from swooping cranes to folk-art florals to a grinning lucky cat, our mugs turn every cup of chai into a little adventure. Sturdy, colorful, and full of personality, they make daily tea time feel anything but ordinary. More Info
These ceramic chopstick bowls bring artistry to comfort food, with rich colors and intricate patterns of dragons, cranes, blossoms, and waves. Equal parts practical and decorative, they’re a beautiful way to serve up ramen, or any soup! More Info