Gelato #41 is a mostly indica variety from unknown origin and can be cultivated indoors and outdoors. .
What do we know about the unknown/legendary Gelato #41?
Gelato #41, or Bacio Gelato, is an original Gelato phenotype renowned for its unique aromas, high potency, and relaxing physical stone. Keep reading to learn all there is to know about Gelato #41, its aromas, flavours, effects, origins, and more.
History of Gelato #41 (AKA Bacio Gelato)
Gelato is a game-changing line of cannabis strains bred by Mario Guzman, founder of the Sherbinskis cannabis brand. Arguably the most famous Gelato variety, known as the Larry Bird Cut, is Gelato #33. However, over time, Guzman has stabilized a variety of other Gelato phenos and released them under the Sherbinskis brand. One of those cuts is Gelato #41, a unique variety also commonly known as Bacio Gelato.
Guzman, like many growers in San Francisco's Bay Area, started growing cannabis in his garage in the 2000s after having a successful career in real estate. Seeing what his bud could do for people from all walks of life and driven by a long-lived passion for helping others, Guzman only leaned into the cannabis game further.
In 2014, he created Sunset Sherbert (also known as Sunset, Sherbet and Sherbert) after accidentally crossing Pink Panties and GSC. Fascinated by Sunset Sherbert's unique sweet candy aroma, Mario quickly began experimenting further and crossing the strain with other varieties in his catalogue. That same year, his prolific breeding experiments bore fruit, creating the now world-renowned Gelato line. Taken by Gelato's unique flavours, aromas, and potency, Guzman eventually stabilized a variety of Gelato phenotypes, including:
• Gelato #33 (the Larry Bird Cut)
• Gelato #41 (Bacio Gelato)
• Gelato #42 (Dolce Gelato)
• Gelato #43 (Gello Gelato)
• Gelato #47 (Mochi Gelato)
• Gelato #49 (Acai Berry Gelato)
Genetic Lineage of Gelato #41/Bacio Gelato
Like all of Sherbinskis' Gelato strains, Bacio Gelato stems from a cross of GSC and Sunset Sherbert. Below we'll look at these strains in a little more detail.
Sunset Sherbert was one of Guzman's first great strain inventions. The result of an accidental cross of GSC and Pink Panties, Sunset Sherbert produces fluffy and frosty flowers with beautiful green hues and vibrant orange pistils. Combining high levels of THC and a rich mix of terpenes (predominantly caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene), Sunset Sherbet delivers a bolt of cerebral energy that subsides into a calm, happy head high and is nicely accompanied by a strong, deeply relaxing body stone that both recreational and medical smokers love. Many of Guzman's friends nicknamed Sunset Sherbet "Sherbinski," the name Guzman later attributed to his brand of cannabis genetics and flower.
Girl Scout Cookies, on the other hand, is a powerful hybrid created by the Cookies Fam in the early 2010s. Now a household name, GSC combines genetics from OG Kush and Durban Poison and delivers a strong high characterized by an uplifting euphoria followed by a full-body stone. Sherbinki’s has confirmed that its Gelato varieties actually stem from Thin Mint Cookies, a unique GSC phenotype with a special, fresh mint aroma. Like GSC, Thin Mint Cookies is known to produce beautiful green flowers coated in frosty resin that contain high amounts of THC, caryophyllene, myrcene, and limonene which give the strain its pungent earthy aroma with sweet, fruity overtones.
All Gelato phenotypes stem from the same genetic lineage. However, what sets them apart is their unique personalities, defined by very distinct aromas, flavours, and effects. Bacio Gelato, for example, is renowned for being one of the most potent Gelato varieties and for its delicious, creamy aroma.
Physical Characteristics of Bacio Gelato (Gelato #41)
Gelato #41 is a heritage Sherbinskis strain and was never released in seed or clone form. All we know about this strain is that it is slightly indica-dominant and produces dense flowers with tightly packed calyxes that look ready to burst and boast bright green, deep purple, and crisp orange highlights—a palette that's become synonymous with Sherbinskis strains and particularly the Gelato line.
Other breeders and seedbanks have created their own versions of Gelato #41 or Bacio Gelato, sometimes with similar genetic lineages to the original. Some of these versions include:
• Gelato #41 by Grower's Choice
• Blue Gelato 41 by Barney's Farm
• Gelato #41 by Seedstockers
• Gelato #41 Olandese by Dutchfem
• Gelato #41 x Gelato 41 Auto by Greenhouse Seeds
Note that all of these varieties have unique grow traits, aromas, and effects that may differ from the original Gelato #41 by Sherbinskis.
Properties/Effects of Gelato #41
All Gelato varieties are renowned for their pungent aromas, strong flavours, and potent effects. Bacio Gelato, however, is recognized as being the strongest of all Gelato varieties in terms of THC.
Based on test results published by Sherbinskis, Gelato #41 produces between 29 and 32% THC, a total cannabinoid content of around 36%, and a rich mix of aromatic terpenes, particularly caryophyllene, limonene, linalool, humulene, and trans-nerolidol.
Combined, these compounds give Bacio Gelato a strong aroma that combines earthy notes of cinnamon with fresh orange overtones, soft notes of lavender and other flowers, as well as a unique, musky hops finish. Her smoke is full-bodied and dense, with an upfront sweetness and complex notes of creamy hazelnut, chocolate, and toasted spices. Users with a sophisticated palate may also note the strain's subtle pine flavors.
In terms of effects, Gelato #41 is a powerhouse that hits you within minutes. Expect to be greeted with a rush of happiness that'll elevate your mood and blow your stress and worries up in smoke—literally and figuratively.
Soon after, Bacio Gelato will wrap your body in a warm, relaxing stone. Settle in for a quiet night in front of the TV with your favorite munchies, movie, or series, and kick up your feet as you let Bacio Gelato lull you into a restorative, happy daze. If you're an experienced smoker with a tolerance, you'll love Gelato #41 for its potency. If, on the other hand, you're a rookie or have a low tolerance, take it easy smoking this strain and clear your schedule so you can fully enjoy its relaxing effects. While most users find this strain to be fairly sedative, very experienced users with an exceptionally high tolerance still find Gelato #41 a functional strain.
Uses of Gelato #41
Gelato #41, like other Gelato varieties, has a strong following of loyal recreational and medical cannabis users. Recreational users, for example, recommend the strain for:
• Relaxing after work or after a workout
• Lazy Friday nights
• "Staycations"
• Relaxed sessions with close friends
• Walking out in nature or around the neighborhood
• Before doing chores (depending on your tolerance)
Medical cannabis patients are just as fond of Gelato #41. In general, medical users recommend this strain for:
• Anxiety and stress
• Depression
• Physical aches and pains
• ADHD
• Insomnia
• Appetite loss
Like all high-potency cannabis strains, Gelato #41 can produce negative side effects, especially in people with a low tolerance. Some reported unwanted side effects of Bacio Gelato include:
• Anxiety
• Paranoia
• Dissociation
• Dry mouth and eyes
Cultivation/Production of Gelato #41/Bacio Gelato
Bacio Gelato has never been released in seed or clone form. Hence, it is only ever grown by Sherbisnkis, who provides no information about the strain's traits, growth style, yields, flowering time, etc.
As we mentioned earlier, there are a number of seedbanks and breeders selling their own versions of Bacio Gelato. In general, these strains are fairly unique and have varying grow traits. How these strains compare to the original Gelato #41 by Mario Guzman is also unclear.
Bacio Gelato: The Ultimate Gelato Strain
Gelato #41, also known as Bacio Gelato, is one of the original Gelato varieties bred by Mario Guzman/Sherbinskis. Slightly indica-dominant, Bacio Gelato boasts delicious aromas and flavours with an upfront sweetness and creamy undertones reminiscent of chocolate, hazelnut, and spice. Packing over 30% cannabinoids, Gelato #41 is beloved for its potent effects that elevate the mind while completely relaxing the body.
