Key takeaways
- Gelato 33 is the numbered selection most people mean when they say Gelato: vanilla cream, ripe berry and a light citrus lift.
- It is most often reported as a cross of Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies, but sources disagree on details, so treat the lineage as reported only.
- Elite Terpenez lists three Gelato 33 profiles, all botanical-derived: Natural Terpenes, Classic Flavour Infused and All Natural Infused.
- They list the same three notes in a different order, so the lead note differs: sweet vanilla, vanilla cream or creamy vanilla at the front, berry or citrus behind.
- Elite Terpenez does not sell cannabis. These are flavour and aroma ingredients for adult makers (18+).
What is the Gelato 33 strain?
Gelato 33 is a specific selection within the wider Gelato family, and it is the one most people have in mind when they search for the name. It is a dessert-style hybrid cannabis cultivar that became known for a smell like vanilla ice cream with berries stirred through it and a twist of lemon on the finish. It is also written as Gelato #33 and goes by the nickname Larry Bird.
Our guide to the Gelato strain covers the whole family and how the numbered selections relate. This article is narrower: it takes the 33 flavour on its own and compares the three Elite Terpenez profiles that carry it. If you want the lemon-and-cherry offshoot, read our guide to the Lemon Cherry Gelato strain.
A note for UK readers. Cannabis flower is a controlled drug in the UK and Elite Terpenez does not sell cannabis. This article describes the flavour and aroma the strain is known for, and the terpene profiles that Elite Terpenez has named after it.
What does Gelato 33 smell like?
Gelato 33 smells like vanilla cream with ripe berries and a soft, clean citrus lift. The vanilla is the anchor, the berry is the fruit, and the citrus keeps the sweetness from feeling heavy. It is a smooth, rounded aroma with very little sharpness or earth.
Words that describe the Gelato 33 nose:
- Vanilla: creamy and sweet, the base of the flavour.
- Ripe berry: jammy and soft, in the middle.
- Citrus: a light zest, never a sharp lemon.
- Cream: a dairy-like smoothness that ties the rest together.
It helps to think of it as a triangle. Vanilla, berry and citrus are the three corners, and a good Gelato 33 profile keeps them close to equal. If vanilla dominates, it smells like plain ice cream. If the berry dominates, it becomes a berry sorbet. If the citrus dominates, it drifts toward a lemon dessert, which is a different strain altogether.
What does Gelato 33 taste like?
Gelato 33 tastes like sweet vanilla ice cream with ripe berries and a soft citrus finish. The cream arrives first, the berry follows, and the citrus clears the palate so that the next taste feels fresh. It is a sweet flavour, but a clean one.
The listed aroma notes on Elite Terpenez’s three Gelato 33 profiles show how the same triangle can be tilted:
- Natural Terpenes, Gelato 33: sweet vanilla, ripe berries, soft citrus lift.
- Classic Flavour Infused, Gelato #33: vanilla cream, sweet citrus, berry.
- All Natural Infused, Gelato #33: creamy vanilla, ripe berry, lemon zest.
Look at the order. The Natural Terpenes profile puts vanilla first and citrus last. The Classic Flavour Infused profile brings sweet citrus up to second. The All Natural Infused profile ends on lemon zest, which is the sharpest of the three citrus descriptions.
Why is it called Gelato 33?
The number is generally explained as the identifier of one selection among several plants in the Gelato family, with 33 being the one that became best known. Several other numbers, such as 25, 41 and 45, are used for other selections, each with its own reputation. Details of who selected which number, and when, vary between sources, so we do not state them.
For makers this matters in one way. A product called just “Gelato” might point to any of the family, while “Gelato 33” points to the vanilla, berry and citrus profile described here. When you compare suppliers, check the listed notes against that triangle rather than relying on the number.
Which terpenes are commonly reported in Gelato 33?
Lab reports on Gelato 33 flower most often list beta-caryophyllene and limonene, with humulene appearing in some. Order and amounts vary by batch and by lab, so any single result is a snapshot. This is general information about the flower and not the recipe of any Elite Terpenez product.
The table gives the basics for the three molecules most often named. Data is from PubChem, including its caryophyllene record and humulene record.
| Terpene | Class | Formula | CAS number | Typical aroma |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beta-caryophyllene | Sesquiterpene | C15H24 | 87-44-5 | Peppery, woody, spicy |
| Limonene | Monoterpene | C10H16 | 138-86-3 | Citrus peel |
| Humulene | Sesquiterpene | C15H24 | 6753-98-6 | Woody, earthy, hop-like |
Limonene is the easiest link to the citrus lift in the flavour. The vanilla and berry notes come from the overall blend and not from any one of these molecules. Our guides to limonene, caryophyllene and humulene explain what each one adds, and what terpenes are covers the basics.
What is the lineage of Gelato 33?
Gelato 33 is most often reported as a cross of Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies. The sherbet side fits the creamy fruit and citrus, and the cookie side fits the sweet, dessert-like base. As with many modern cultivars, breeder credit and the exact parentage are disputed.
We therefore do not name a breeder or give a date, and we treat the cross as reported rather than established. To see how one of the reported parents smells, read our guide to the Sunset Sherbet strain.
Which Elite Terpenez Gelato 33 profiles are available?
Elite Terpenez sells three profiles named after Gelato 33: one Natural Terpenes profile called Gelato 33, and two Gelato #33 profiles in the Classic Flavour Infused and All Natural Infused ranges. All come in 2 ml, 5 ml and 10 ml bottles, with bulk on request. All three are made from botanical-derived terpenes (BDTs).
| Profile | Line | Source | Listed aroma notes | Listed ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gelato 33 (ET-NAT-022) | Natural Terpenes | BDT | Sweet vanilla, ripe berries, soft citrus lift | Botanical-derived terpenes (BDTs) |
| Gelato #33 (ET-CFI-011) | Classic Flavour Infused | BDT and flavouring | Vanilla cream, sweet citrus, berry | Botanical-derived terpenes (BDTs), flavouring |
| Gelato #33 (ET-ANI-012) | All Natural Infused | BDT and flavouring | Creamy vanilla, ripe berry, lemon zest | Botanical-derived terpenes (BDTs), flavouring |
Which Gelato 33 profile should you choose?
Choose Natural Terpenes Gelato 33 for the most balanced, vanilla-led version. Choose Classic Flavour Infused Gelato #33 if you want vanilla cream with a sweeter citrus note. Choose All Natural Infused Gelato #33 for the version that finishes on lemon zest, the most citrus-forward of the three.
If your product has a heavy or creamy base, the lemon zest in the All Natural Infused profile cuts through it. If the base is light or neutral, the Natural Terpenes profile gives the fullest dessert character. Order 2 ml bottles of each and compare them in your own base. For cannabinoid content of any of these profiles, contact us and we will confirm before you order. Browse the Natural Terpenes, Classic Flavour Infused and All Natural Infused collections.
Which other Gelato profiles sit next to Gelato 33?
If you want a cannabis-derived Gelato, Elite Terpenez sells the wider Gelato flavour in other lines. These are not Gelato 33 profiles, and each has its own listed notes. The table shows how they compare.
| Profile | Line | Listed aroma notes | How it differs from Gelato 33 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gelato | Premium Line | Sweet, berry, citrus | Cannabis-derived, no vanilla note listed |
| Gelato DNA | DNA Series | Creamy vanilla, sweet citrus, ripe berry | Same triangle, strain-true build |
| Gelato | Classic Strains | Sweet cream, lemony citrus, ripe berry | Cream first, lemonier |
| Gelato | Diamond Line | Creamy citrus, berry, sweet, earthy | Adds an earthy note |
| Berry Gelato | All Natural Infused | Ripe dark berries, smooth vanilla, creamy finish | Berry-led, no citrus |
Diamond Line terpenes contain no THC or other cannabinoids.
How is the Gelato 33 flavour recreated as a terpene profile?
A Gelato 33 terpene profile recreates the vanilla, berry and citrus character of the strain from botanical-derived terpenes (BDTs), taken from botanical sources and blended to capture the aroma and flavour. All three Elite Terpenez Gelato 33 profiles are built this way.
The Natural Terpenes profile relies on the terpene blend alone. The two infused profiles add flavouring, and that is where much of the vanilla cream comes from. Botanical blends suit a flavour like this because vanilla, berry and citrus are repeatable notes, and a blend lets you reproduce them batch after batch with little variation.
How do makers use the Gelato 33 flavour?
Makers add Gelato 33 terpenes at a low percentage of the finished product, never undiluted. Elite Terpenez’s starting cuts are 6% for vape cartridges, 4% for concentrates, 2% for tinctures, 1% for edibles, 0.5% for beverages and 3% for topicals. Treat these as a place to begin, not a fixed rule.
Use the terpene mixing calculator to turn a percentage into a weight for your batch size, and always test a small batch first. Vanilla-led flavours can turn heavy when over-used, so move up in small steps and re-smell after a day.
Blending ideas
Gelato 33 blends well with partners that share its creaminess. A little of the Gumbo direction deepens the berry, and a touch of Ice Cream Cake pushes it toward cake. Change one variable at a time and write down every trial so you can repeat the version you like.
Handling and storage
Terpene profiles are concentrated. Wear gloves and eye protection, and keep them away from children, pets, heat and flames. Store the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dark place; refrigerated is ideal. For general workplace guidance on hazardous substances, see the HSE’s COSHH basics. These profiles are for adults (18+) only.
Sizes and bulk
Each profile is sold in 2 ml, 5 ml and 10 ml bottles. For larger runs, ask about bulk on the wholesale and bulk page. Free UK delivery on orders over £80.
Is Gelato 33 legal in the UK?
Cannabis flower, including the Gelato 33 strain, is a controlled drug in the UK. The government’s list of controlled drugs places cannabis in Class B. Elite Terpenez does not sell cannabis, and the profiles described here are flavour and aroma ingredients for adult product makers. Check the rules that apply to your own product before you make or sell anything.
Frequently asked questions
What does Gelato 33 smell like?
Gelato 33 smells of sweet vanilla cream with ripe berries and a soft citrus lift. The vanilla anchors it, the berry adds fruit and the citrus keeps it fresh. Elite Terpenez lists its Natural Terpenes profile as sweet vanilla, ripe berries and soft citrus lift.
Why is Gelato 33 called 33?
The number is generally explained as the identifier of one selection within the Gelato family, with 33 becoming the best known. Other numbers refer to other selections. Details of who chose each number vary between sources, so Elite Terpenez does not state them and focuses on the flavour instead.
Is Gelato #33 the same as Gelato 33?
Yes, the two spellings refer to the same selection. Elite Terpenez product names follow the spelling on each product page, so the Natural Terpenes profile is Gelato 33, and the Classic Flavour Infused and All Natural Infused profiles are Gelato #33. Search for both when you shop.
Which terpenes are commonly reported in Gelato 33?
Lab reports on the flower most often list beta-caryophyllene and limonene, with humulene in some. Order and amounts vary by batch. This is general information about the flower, not the recipe of any Elite Terpenez product, whose composition we do not state.
Which Gelato 33 profile is the most citrus-led?
The All Natural Infused Gelato #33 profile, which is listed as creamy vanilla, ripe berry and lemon zest. The Classic Flavour Infused profile lists sweet citrus second, and the Natural Terpenes profile lists a soft citrus lift last. Order 2 ml bottles and compare them in your own base.
How is Gelato 33 different from Lemon Cherry Gelato?
Gelato 33 centres on vanilla, berry and a light citrus lift. Lemon Cherry Gelato pushes lemon and cherry to the front and keeps the gelato cream behind them. Elite Terpenez lists them as separate profiles with their own aroma notes, so check each product page before you choose.
What aroma notes do the Gelato 33 profiles list?
The listed notes are: Natural Terpenes Gelato 33 (sweet vanilla, ripe berries, soft citrus lift); Classic Flavour Infused Gelato #33 (vanilla cream, sweet citrus, berry); All Natural Infused Gelato #33 (creamy vanilla, ripe berry, lemon zest). Every profile is sold in 2 ml, 5 ml and 10 ml bottles.
Ready to build a vanilla, berry and citrus dessert flavour? Browse the Gelato 33 profiles in the Natural Terpenes, Classic Flavour Infused and All Natural Infused ranges, order 2 ml samples to compare, or contact us for bulk quantities and to confirm anything about a profile before you order.
