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indica-dominant strainGelato OG
Gelato OG is a vigorous indica-dominant strain from Gelato × True OG. Aromatically, it often presents as sweet, peppery and citrusy, with a more relaxing effect. This places it closer to modern dessert strains than to classic Kush or Haze lines.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- earthy
Effects
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
The values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parentage and lineage
Gelato OG is at the beginning. Below it are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainGelato OG
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ParentsGelato
- GrandparentsSunset Sherbet
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GrandparentsThin Mint GSC
- 3rd generationOG Kush
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3rd generationDurban Poison
- 4th generationSouth African Sativa
- 4th generationAfrica - Sativa
- ParentsTrue OG
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ParentsGelato
Editorial profile
Gelato OG in detail
Origin & classification
Gelato OG is an indica-dominant strain from Gelato × True OG. With 20–25 % THC, Gelato OG clearly falls into the more potent range. CBD plays more of a supporting role at up to 1 %.
Aroma & flavour
Gelato OG’s aroma is primarily sweet, peppery, citrusy and earthy. Myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene complement this impression and give the profile additional depth. The combination of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.
Terpene profile
Gelato OG is generally described as relaxing in its effects. Overall, the strain therefore leans towards a calmer, more physical direction.
Effect tendency
Gelato OG is therefore closer to modern dessert strains than to classic old-school lines.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Gelato OG is more suited to people who place greater emphasis on calmness, depth and physicality in a strain. Fans of modern dessert and exotic lines in particular are likely to find many familiar elements here.
Further classification
Those looking in this direction will find a dense, sweet-focused profile rather than a fresh Haze or pure Kush direction. The lineage also helps to understand the profile more quickly without making it feel formulaic.
Further classification
Gelato OG first stands out for its sweet, fruity direction: sweet, peppery, citrusy and earthy. A THC level of 20–25 % makes Gelato OG noticeably more pronounced than milder strains. CBD is only present at low levels in Gelato OG, at up to 1 %. The effect reads as calm and physical: relaxing. Genetically, Gelato OG is clearly built on Gelato x True OG. In Gelato OG, the aroma is not merely an addition but a central part of the strain’s identity. Myrcene, caryophyllene and limonene point to a combination of a soft base, spicy depth and a fresher top note in Gelato OG. The effect profile of Gelato OG is less geared towards activity and more towards a calmer, heavier overall impression. The parent strains are therefore not just an indication of origin, but also help to compare Gelato OG more accurately with similar strains. With Gelato OG, its potency should remain visible in the classification without reducing the strain to its THC level.
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Frequently asked questions about Gelato OG
What type of strain is Gelato OG?
We list Gelato OG as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Gelato × True OG.
What genetics are behind Gelato OG?
The parentage of Gelato OG is Gelato × True OG.
What does Gelato OG smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Gelato OG is primarily sweet, peppery, citrusy and earthy. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.
Which terpenes are associated with Gelato OG?
Gelato OG’s profile features myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene. They complement the described aroma profile.
What is Gelato OG’s effect tendency?
We primarily describe Gelato OG as relaxing. Effect impressions are subjective and are not a medical promise.
How high is Gelato OG’s THC content?
Gelato OG is listed with a THC range of 20–25 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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