Gelato 33 (commonly known as Larry Bird or Gelato #33) is a highly popular, evenly balanced hybrid cannabis strain bred by San Francisco’s Cookies Fam. It is celebrated for its incredibly sweet, dessert-like flavor profile and an adaptable, uplifting high. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7]
Genetics and Origin
Gelato 33 belongs to a famous family of phenotypes created by breeding two iconic parent strains: [1, 2, 3]
Sunset Sherbet
Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies (GSC) [1, 2]
The numerical suffix "#33" is a direct nod to legendary NBA hall-of-famer Larry Bird, who famously wore jersey number 33 for the Boston Celtics. [1]
Profile and Characteristics
THC Content: Typically ranges between 20% and 25%, though premium, controlled cultivations can test higher. [1, 2, 3]
Appearance: Dense, compact, and sticky buds coated in frosty white trichomes. The flower features deep forest-green to dark purple hues punctuated by bright orange pistils. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Aroma and Taste: A heavily dominant sweet and creamy profile. Users widely report tasting sweet citrus, berries, and vanilla, accented by a distinct, sharp kush or fuel undertone on the exhale. [1, 2, 3, 4]
Primary Terpenes: Caryophyllene (adds pepper/gas), Limonene (citrus brightness), and Myrcene (earthy relaxation). [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]