Gelato #41
Also known as: Bacio Gelato, Bacio, G41, G #41
Breeder: Sherbinskis (Mario Guzman) / Cookie Fam (Jigga)
Gelato #41 is the crown jewel of the Gelato line and one of the most important cultivars in modern cannabis genetics. Selected as the 41st seedling from a Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint Cookies cross by Mario Guzman (Sherbinskis), it delivers exceptional potency (25-32% THC on the heritage cut), a complex dessert terpene profile, and vivid purple-green-orange colorways that redefined what 'exotic' cannabis means. With 178 direct descendants on SeedFinder—including Jealousy (2022 SOTY) and Permanent Marker (2023 SOTY)—it anchors one of the most commercially important family trees in the industry. Gelato 41 requires dark-cycle temperatures below 70°F beginning around week 6 of flowering to achieve its signature purple color shift. Without the temperature differential, flowers remain green with less visual contrast.
Lineage & Genetics
Cross: Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint Cookies
Sunset Sherbet (Girl Scout Cookies x Pink Panties) contributes the sweet, creamy, sherbet-like terpene base, the purple color potential from its Pink Panties heritage, and the relaxing body effects. Thin Mint Cookies (OG Kush x Durban Poison phenotype) contributes potency ceiling, dense bud structure, minty-fuel complexity, and the euphoric cerebral component.
Terpene Profile
Caryophyllene — Dominant at ~0.85%; provides the peppery, spicy backbone and binds CB2 receptors for anti-inflammatory effects
Limonene — Present at ~0.62%; delivers bright citrus and sweet orange top notes that define the 'gelato' character
Linalool — Found at ~0.45%; adds floral lavender softness and enhances the calming, anxiolytic effects
Humulene — Present at ~0.31%; contributes earthy, woody, hoppy undertones
Myrcene — Found at ~0.25%; adds herbal depth and enhances the relaxing body effects
Aroma: Sweet cream and sherbet up front, layered with bright citrus, soft lavender, peppery spice, and earthy pine. Complex and dessert-forward with a gaseous OG undertone that intensifies when buds are broken open.
Flavor: Inhale brings smooth sherbet, blueberry, and orange citrus. Exhale reveals hazelnut, chocolate, and a cool minty finish. Total terpene content around 3.74% delivers a rich, full-spectrum flavor experience.
Effects & Experience
Onset: Fast-acting; euphoric head rush within minutes of first hit
Powerful euphoria and mood elevation settle into a balanced body relaxation. Creative and social at moderate doses; heavier sedation at higher doses. The cerebral component stays present throughout—not a pure couch-lock strain.
Duration: 2-3 hours
Commonly Reported Uses
Grower's Notes
Gelato 41 (Bacio Gelato) is an intermediate-difficulty balanced hybrid that rewards strict environmental control with dense, resin-soaked flower displaying stunning purple-to-green coloration. The plant develops a bushy, medium-height structure with vigorous lateral branching. Moderate stretch at flip makes it ideal for SCROG setups exploiting the natural multi-branch habit.
Growth Structure and Training
Flowering time is 8-9 weeks, with some phenos extending to 10 weeks. Top once at node 5-6 during veg, apply LST to spread branches, and defoliate aggressively at flip and day 21 — dense canopy traps humidity creating botrytis risk. Support branches from week 5 as flower weight builds.
Nutrients
moderate-to-heavy feeder. Push PK hard during mid-flower (weeks 3-6). Prone to calcium deficiency under LED — Cal-Mag from early veg is essential. EC ramp: 0.8-1.0 early veg, 1.2-1.5 late veg, 1.5-1.8 peak bloom, then taper and flush 10-14 days. Back off N at week 6 for color expression. Soil pH 6.0-6.8; coco 5.8-6.2.
Environment
70-78°F days, 65-70°F nights. Drop dark-cycle temps below 70°F at week 6 for purple color shift. Humidity: 60-70% veg, 40-50% flower, under 40% final two weeks. Airflow-focused canopy management is critical — without it, dense flowers invite mold.
Light
600-800 PPFD early flower, 800-1000 PPFD peak bloom with CO2. DLI 35-42 mol/m²/day. High intensity is mandatory for dense, resinous bud development.
Yield
400-550 g/m² indoors; 350-450 g/plant outdoors (harvest late Sept to mid-Oct). Requires full sun and dry weather outdoors.
Bud structure
extremely dense, light green to deep purple with orange pistils and thick crystalline frost. Dominant terpenes: caryophyllene, limonene, myrcene — sweet sherbet with blueberry, citrus, and creamy notes. Heavy resin makes it excellent for extraction.
Drying and Curing
Harvest at mostly cloudy trichomes with 10-20% amber. Dry 60°F/60% RH for 10-14 days. Cure 3-4 weeks minimum; extended cure deepens floral-earthy complexity. Primary disease concern is botrytis in dense clusters; preventive defoliation, airflow, and humidity control are essential.
History & Origin
Mario Guzman (Mr. Sherbinski) and Jigga crossed Sunset Sherbet with Thin Mint Cookies in 2014, producing seeds that became the Gelato line. Each seedling was numbered on its pot—#41 was the 41st plant in the garden. Out of dozens of phenotypes, #41 was selected for its exceptional bud density, terpene richness, and potency ceiling. Guzman later named it 'Bacio' (Italian for 'kiss'). The original cut was never released in seed or clone form and remains proprietary to Sherbinskis. Multiple seed companies now sell reproductions that may differ from the heritage cut. The Gelato line earned Leafly's Strain of the Year in 2018 and went on to parent Jealousy (2022 SOTY) and Permanent Marker (2023 SOTY), making it one of the most consequential cultivars in modern cannabis.
Awards & Recognition
- ●Leafly Strain of the Year 2018 (Gelato line)
- ●High Times Cannabis Cup 2018 — 3rd Place Indica
- ●Multiple Spanish and Portuguese cannabis cup wins
Notable Crosses
Strains bred using Gelato #41 as a parent:
Frequently Asked Questions
8 common questions about Gelato #41
What is Gelato #41 and what are its genetics?
Gelato #41 is a hybrid cannabis strain (55% Indica / 45% Sativa) bred by Sherbinskis (Mario Guzman) / Cookie Fam (Jigga). It is a cross of Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint Cookies, testing at 20-32% THC. Gelato #41 is the crown jewel of the Gelato line and one of the most important cultivars in modern cannabis genetics. Selected as the 41st seedling from a Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint Cookies cross by Mario Guzman (Sherbinskis), it delivers exceptional potency (25-32% THC on the heritage cut), a complex dessert terpene profile, and vivid purple-green-orange colorways that redefined what 'exotic' cannabis means.
What does Gelato #41 smell and taste like?
Gelato #41's dominant terpenes are Caryophyllene, Limonene. The aroma is described as sweet cream and sherbet up front, layered with bright citrus, soft lavender, peppery spice, and earthy pine. complex and dessert-forward with a gaseous og undertone that intensifies when buds are broken open.. The flavor profile features inhale brings smooth sherbet, blueberry, and orange citrus. exhale reveals hazelnut, chocolate, and a cool minty finish. total terpene content around 3.74% delivers a rich, full-spectrum flavor experience..
What are the effects of Gelato #41?
Fast-acting; euphoric head rush within minutes of first hit Powerful euphoria and mood elevation settle into a balanced body relaxation. Creative and social at moderate doses; heavier sedation at higher doses. Duration is typically 2-3 hours. Commonly reported uses include Chronic pain, Stress, Anxiety, Insomnia.
How hard is Gelato #41 to grow?
Gelato #41 is rated intermediate difficulty. It flowers in 8-10 weeks, reaches medium, bushy structure in height, and yields 400-550 g/m² indoors. Best suited for indoor, outdoor environments.
What are the parent strains of Gelato #41?
Gelato #41 is a cross of Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Cookies. Sunset Sherbet (Girl Scout Cookies x Pink Panties) contributes the sweet, creamy, sherbet-like terpene base, the purple color potential from its Pink Panties heritage, and the relaxing body effects. Thin Mint Cookies (OG Kush x Durban Poison phenotype) contributes potency ceiling, dense bud structure, minty-fuel complexity, and the euphoric cerebral component..
Does Gelato #41 turn purple?
Yes. Gelato #41 is known to express purple coloration, with reported colors including green, purple, orange. Cooler nighttime temperatures during late flowering typically intensify anthocyanin expression.
What strains were bred from Gelato #41?
Gelato #41 has been used as a parent in several notable crosses, including Jealousy, Permanent Marker, Area 41, Biscotti, Apples and Bananas. Its genetics contribute to a wide range of modern cultivars.
Has Gelato #41 won any cannabis awards?
Yes. Gelato #41 has received recognition including Leafly Strain of the Year 2018 (Gelato line); High Times Cannabis Cup 2018 — 3rd Place Indica; Multiple Spanish and Portuguese cannabis cup wins.
Sources & References (23)
- https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/gelato-nr41/unknown-or-legendary
- https://cannabisnow.com/sherbinski-sitdown-gelato/
- https://abstraxtech.com/products/sherbinskis-bacio-gelato-terpene
- https://strainguide.app/blog/gelato-41-strain-the-complete-guide/
- https://conceptionnurseries.com/library/gelato-41-strain/
- https://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/past-leafly-strain-of-the-year-winners
- https://darkcoastseed.com/jealousy-strain-history/
- https://blimburnseeds.com/gelato-41/
- https://growguide.app/blog/bacio-gelato-strain-grow-guide-for-dense-29-thc-buds/
- https://www.strainpedia.com/gelato-41/
- Grower's Notes cultivation sources:
- Gelato 41 Complete Growing Guide (Strain Guide) — https://strainguide.app/blog/gelato-41-strain-the-complete-guide/
- How to Grow Gelato 41 Organically (Gelato Seeds) — https://blogs.gelatoseeds.com/how-to-grow-gelato-41/
- Bacio Gelato Strain Guide (TryCannavine) — https://www.trycannavine.com/bacio-gelato-strain/
- Gelato 41 Strain Profile (Strainpedia) — https://www.strainpedia.com/gelato-41/
- Bacio Gelato Info (SeedFinder / Sherbinskis) — https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/bacio-gelato/sherbinskis
- Gelato 41 Seeds — 29% THC (Blimburn Seeds) — https://blimburnseeds.com/gelato-41/
- Gelato 41 Strain (Conception Nurseries) — https://conceptionnurseries.com/library/gelato-41-strain/
- Gelato #41 Growing Info (ILGM) — https://www.ilovegrowingmarijuana.com/strains/gelato-41-strain/
- Blue Gelato 41 Grow Journal — 22oz Harvest (Herbies) — https://herbiesheadshop.com/blog/blue-gelato-41-grow-report-late-start-monster-bush-at-harvest
- Gelato 41 Strain (Leafly) — https://www.leafly.com/strains/gelato-41
- Cannabis DLI and PPFD targets (Photone) — https://growlightmeter.com/lighting-requirements-of-cannabis-over-the-full-grow-cycle/
- PPFD and DLI for LED Grow Lights — https://wegrowpros.com/guides/ppfd-and-dli-for-led-grow-lights-guide/
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