About Gelato
Gelato was created by Mr. Sherbinski (Mario Guzmán) of the Cookie Fam, crossing Sunset Sherbet with Thin Mint GSC. The result was a strain that perfectly balanced the creamy, doughy notes of the GSC lineage with the sweet berry and citrus of Sunset Sherbet. Gelato became the defining strain of the exotic era, spawning countless variations (Gelato #33/Larry Bird, Gelato #41/Bacio Gelato) and hundreds of crosses. Its bag appeal — dense, trichome-covered nugs with purple accents — set the standard for top-shelf flower. The aroma is a complex blend of sweet cream, lavender, citrus, and diesel.
Flavor Profile
History
Mr. Sherbinski created Gelato around 2012, working with the Cookie Fam in San Francisco. The strain took the industry by storm, with its various phenotypes (especially #33 and #41) becoming iconic in their own right. Gelato inspired an entirely new category of 'dessert' strains and remains one of the most sought-after and crossed strains in modern cannabis.
Notable breeders: Mr. Sherbinski (Mario Guzmán), Cookie Fam
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Sunset Sherbet (Girl Scout Cookies x Pink Panties) × Thin Mint GSC (GSC phenotype)
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Gelato is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Gelato is dominated by Caryophyllene, Limonene, Humulene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Genetic Families
Gelato is part of the following genetic families:
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Gelato:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gelato indica or sativa?
Gelato is a hybrid cannabis strain.
What are the genetics of Gelato?
Gelato has a genetic lineage of Sunset Sherbet × Thin Mint GSC. Sunset Sherbet (Girl Scout Cookies x Pink Panties) × Thin Mint GSC (GSC phenotype)
What is the lineage of Gelato?
Gelato descends from Sunset Sherbet × Thin Mint GSC. Sunset Sherbet (Girl Scout Cookies x Pink Panties) × Thin Mint GSC (GSC phenotype) It belongs to the Cookies Family genetic family.
What is the THC content of Gelato?
Gelato typically tests at 20-25% THC.
What does Gelato smell and taste like?
Gelato has a Sweet cream, lavender, citrus, diesel, berry, dough aroma profile, with flavors described as Creamy, sweet, berry, citrus, doughy, floral.
What are the effects of Gelato?
Users report Euphoric, balanced, creative, relaxing, happy, uplifted.
What are the phenotypes of Gelato?
Gelato is known in several phenotypes and cultivars, including Gelato #33 (Larry Bird), Gelato #41 (Bacio), Gelato #25, Mochi Gelato. Each phenotype expresses the same genetics slightly differently — varying in aroma, bud color, growth habit, and effects.
What is the history of Gelato?
Mr. Sherbinski created Gelato around 2012, working with the Cookie Fam in San Francisco. The strain took the industry by storm, with its various phenotypes (especially #33 and #41) becoming iconic in their own right. Gelato inspired an entirely new category of 'dessert' strains and remains one of the most sought-after and crossed strains in modern cannabis.
How long does Gelato take to flower?
Gelato has a flowering time of approximately 8-10 weeks. Plants grow to a medium height.
What is the yield of Gelato?
Gelato produces a Moderate yield. Flowering takes approximately 8-10 weeks.
Further Reading
Learn more about Gelato's genetic family and history:
Medical Applications
Gelato is commonly associated with: