The Leaf Index
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No. 1131Hybrid

Double Scoop Gelato

Sunset Sherbet × Cookies phenotype (Thin Mint GSC)

Double Scoop Gelato is a hybrid cannabis cultivar celebrated for its rich, dessert-forward profile, amplifying the creamy and confectionary notes characteristic of the Gelato family. It is often recognized for dense trichome coverage and a complex terpene profile, offering an indulgent experience.

EffectsUplifting Relaxing Mood Enhancement
AromaBerryCandyCitrusCreamLavenderMintOrangePeppery

Appearance

Double Scoop Gelato plants are typically compact and produce resinous buds. They are noted for dense trichome coverage, often appearing frosted. Phenotypes can display violet marbling, particularly in cooler temperatures during late flower, contributing to high bag appeal.

Aroma & Flavor

The aroma and flavor profile of Double Scoop Gelato are predominantly sweet and creamy, reminiscent of ice cream or berry sherbet. Consumers often detect notes of candy, citrus, and a subtle cookie-dough finish. The exhale is frequently described as smooth and sweet, akin to cream soda.

Effects

This hybrid strain typically induces a fast-onset cerebral buzz that is often uplifting, followed by a slow-building body relaxation that generally avoids heavy sedation at moderate doses. Users report a mood profile that is both comforting and uplifting, making it suitable for various times of day.

Terpenes & Cannabinoids

Double Scoop Gelato typically exhibits THC levels ranging from 20-28%, with negligible CBD content. The terpene profile is often led by beta-caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool, with supporting notes of humulene and ocimene. This combination contributes to its sweet, creamy, and subtly peppery aromatic qualities.

Growing

Cultivators describe Double Scoop Gelato as a resinous plant that typically finishes flowering within an 8–9 week timeframe. It is noted for producing dense buds with high calyx-to-leaf ratios and significant trichome production. The plant can exhibit green and lavender coloration, especially when exposed to cooler temperatures late in the flowering cycle.

Origins & Lineage

As a descendant of the Gelato lineage, Double Scoop Gelato inherits its genetics from a cross between Sunset Sherbet and a Cookies phenotype, often Thin Mint GSC. Breeders have further refined this strain to intensify its dessert-like characteristics, focusing on amplifying creamy sweetness and berry notes through selective parentage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the THC content of Double Scoop Gelato?
THC levels for Double Scoop Gelato typically range between 20% and 28%.
What does Double Scoop Gelato smell and taste like?
It is known for a creamy, sweet aroma and flavor, often compared to berry sherbet, candy, citrus, and cookie dough, with a cream soda-like exhale.
What are the typical effects of Double Scoop Gelato?
Users often experience an uplifting head buzz followed by a relaxing body sensation that is generally not overly sedating.
What is the lineage of Double Scoop Gelato?
Double Scoop Gelato is a descendant of the Gelato strain, which is a cross between Sunset Sherbet and a Cookies phenotype.