Brewery Profile

Nova Brewing Co

In Covina’s craft beer scene, the distinguishing feature at Nova Brewing Co is not a long list of standard taproom claims but the way its program brings beer and saké into the same visit. A guest walking in should expect the focus to be on a hybrid approach: craft beer shaped by Southern California brewing habits alongside small-batch saké made with methods founders James Jin and Emiko Tanabe developed through apprenticeship in Japan. The beer side is known for inventive use of Asian ingredients, while the saké side emphasizes a bold, high-acidity profile. Rather than treating saké as an add-on, Nova presents it as part of the same fermentation conversation as its beer.

Travelers exploring breweries in this part of California often look for places that reflect the region’s wide range of food cultures and brewing influences. Nova fits that search through its use of Japanese craft techniques and ingredients that point beyond a conventional West Coast tap list. Its saké is made from 100% California rice and is intended to pair with the diverse flavors found across Los Angeles dining, which gives visitors another way to think about a brewery stop: not only as a place to sample beer, but also as a place to compare how rice, acidity, and fermentation work in a different format. For drinkers used to hop-forward ales or familiar craft styles, the saké offerings may be the most instructive part of the visit.

Practical details such as food availability, outdoor seating, pet policies, reservations, and event schedules are not confirmed here, so the taproom is the place to verify the day’s pours and any current visitor amenities. Because the lineup can reasonably be expected to include both beer and saké, asking staff for a guided order can help, especially for anyone new to high-acidity saké or beers brewed with Asian ingredients. Visitors interested in pairings should also ask what is tasting best alongside food, since the brewery’s saké is designed with the varied flavors of Los Angeles in mind. For a straightforward visit, plan around tasting what is available that day rather than arriving with expectations for specific named releases.

Nova Brewing Co., nestled in Covina, California, offers a truly unique hybrid experience blending traditional Japanese craft with Southern California innovation. Founders James Jin and Emiko Tanabe masterfully brew both exceptional craft beer and small-batch saké, utilizing techniques honed during their apprenticeship in Japan. Expect inventive beers featuring Asian ingredients alongside their signature bold, high-acidity saké, crafted from 100% California rice and designed to pair perfectly with the diverse flavors of Los Angeles.

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1580 W San Bernardino Rd Ste H, Covina, California, 91722-3457

Phone: 6263889949

Website: http://www.novabrewingco.com

Hours: Mon : Closed Tue : Closed Wed : Closed Thu : Closed Fri : 5pm – 9pm Sat : 12pm – 8pm Sun : 12pm – 8pm