Lemon Cherry Gelato Strain Review (2024)

Lemon Cherry Gelato is one of the best hybrids ever offered on the commercial market. It is a perfect balance of Sativa and Indica genetics, with an almost unrivalled flavor profile and equally impressive effects. This strain needs to be on every weed grower's hit list.

But what is it about this strain that makes it so highly coveted?

In this MSNL Lemon Cherry Gelato strain review, we will dive into its history and explore why it has become one of the most sought-after strains in the industry.

Lemon Cherry Gelato Strain Info

Lemon Cherry Gelato is about as Cali-weed as they come.

Originating in Oakland (although there is some conjecture here, with others claiming it is actually from the Los Angeles area), this pure cross of everyone's second favourite strain, Girl Scout Cookies, and the 2021 global hit Sunset Sherbet. Later versions got a heavy dose of Cherry Pie crossed into the mix, and the final result is nothing short of outstanding.

Lemon Cherry Gelato Smoke Review

Lemon Cherry Gelato is a high tolerance cannaheads dream. Too often, in the pursuit for plus 25% THC, the people behind the breeding of new strains fall into the trap of forgetting to produce a beautiful tasting, smooth smoking experience.

That is definitely not the case with Lemon Cherry Gelato, not at all.

What does Lemon Cherry Gelato taste like?

The name really does say it all.

First up, you are hit with a super zingy, zesty lemon flavour that is impossible to ignore. Refreshing would be an understatement but let’s go with it anyway. Once that initial lemony burst has settled down, this is where the cherry side of things comes into play. There is a sweet, almost candied or Moscato cherry undertone that starts soft but quickly builds with each hit.

And do not forget the gelato. To be honest, ice cream might be a better way to describe it when you are talking about the creaminess that comes through in the smoke. Smooth, zesty, bright, and with a rich creamy texture to round things out, this flavor profile is next level.

How does Lemon Cherry Gelato make you feel?

Thanks to the very slight Indica dominance (60/40), this almost perfectly balanced hybrid is what all hybrids aspire to be. That is, a good time for all.

The initial rush comes with a healthy, heaping dose of euphoria and a feeling of lightness that is a little hard to put into words effectively. It is perfect for those among us looking for an after-work option, but don't want to be totally useless for the rest of the evening.

That being said, given Lemon Cherry Gelato's 25% THC, you will want to take things slowly with this one unless you are ready for a few hours on the couch.

After about 40 minutes, the Indica genetics really start to shine on through. That is when the physical relaxation takes hold, and you start feeling floaty all over. Some report some mild numbing effects from time to time, but we did not find that at all.

Overall, Lemon Cherry Gelato is a happy-go-lucky kind of bud, and one that is going to be growing in our tents for the foreseeable future.

How to grow Lemon Cherry Gelato strain

Lemon Cherry Gelato is one of the easier to grow (both indoors and out) strains that we have planted in the past year. She prefers a slightly warmer climate than most Indica-dominant options, but make sure you have the humidity under control.

When left to her own devices, she will easily top the 6-foot mark (180 cm), especially when grown outdoors. We had one pheno pump out a solid 51.9 oz (1470 grams) outdoors, thanks to the gorgeous weather and a little LST, and another that produced just over 1.5 lb (670 grams) indoors with just a 6-week veg.

She is the perfect option to try out all kinds of HST, but we found a combination of topping three times, a little LST, and some light Lolly-popping gave us the best overall results.

Lemon Cherry Gelato strain FAQ

Is Lemon Cherry Gelato Indica or Sativa?

Lemon Cherry is an Indica-dominant hybrid. About 60% of her genetics come from Indica strains, while 40% is from Sativa. The effects definitely hit that hybrid sweet spot, with a perfect blend of physical relaxation and mental stimulation.

How potent is Lemon Cherry Gelato strain?

That depends on who you ask, but we sent a few buds from three different plants off to the lab for testing, and they all came back with a THC content of around 23 - 25%. One hit the 27% mark, but we think that was a bit of an outlier.

Is Lemon Cherry Gelato good for anxiety?

Yes, most will find Lemon Cherry Gelato to be a great strain for anxiety. The balanced effects and euphoric rush can help ease any uneasy feelings, while the physical relaxation can help melt away any tension in the body. With that said, others may find the high levels of THC a little much. If that's the case, we suggest adding a little CBD bud into the mix, something like ACDC Feminized, Ringo's Gift Autoflower, or even some CBD Queen Feminized to help balance things out.

Is Lemon Cherry Gelato a good strain for beginner growers?

Yes indeed! Lemon Cherry Gelato is relatively easy to grow, can handle a bunch of different growing styles, and is pretty forgiving when it comes to slight nutrient deficiencies. Plus, with her high yields, crazy bag appeal, and impressive potency potential make for a satisfying grow for both beginners and experienced growers alike.