Sherblato is a hybrid cannabis strain bred from Sunset Sherbet and Gelato, known for a tart citrus and candy flavor and a tingly, relaxing high. SeedFinder credits the California breeder Flavour Chasers, while another version is sold as a Foreign Genetics Inc. selection from the same two parents. It usually lands in the low to mid 20s for THC, with Leafly listing about 25%.
Sherblato Strain at a Glance
| Type | Hybrid; listed anywhere from balanced to indica-dominant |
|---|---|
| Lineage | Sunset Sherbet × Gelato |
| Breeder / origin | Disputed: SeedFinder credits Flavour Chasers; Weedmaps lists a Foreign Genetics Inc. selection |
| THC | 22–25% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Not listed |
| Dominant terpenes | Beta-caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene |
| Aroma and flavor | tart citrus, sweet berry, candy, gas, citrus, apricot, chestnut, sweet, diesel |
| Reported effects | tingly, relaxed, hungry, euphoric |
| Best for | evening use, appetite, dessert-strain fans |
| Flowering time | About 50–60 days |
Where Sherblato Comes From
Sherblato combines two of the best-known West Coast dessert strains. Leafly, SeedFinder and Weedmaps all agree on the parents: Sunset Sherbet, sometimes written Sherbert, and Gelato, with SeedFinder naming the Gelato #33 cut. Since Gelato was itself bred from Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint GSC, Sherblato is essentially Sherbet bred back into its own offspring, which helps explain its heavy sweet, fruity character.
The breeder is less clear. SeedFinder lists a Sherblato from Flavour Chasers in California, sold as feminized seed. A Weedmaps brand listing credits Foreign Genetics Inc., which says it found its Sherblato by hunting through dozens of phenotypes from Sunset Sherbet and Gelato parents. These may be separate selections of the same cross, so jars from different growers can vary.
Leafly notes that Sherblato’s wider ancestry includes Girl Scout Cookies, Durban Poison and OG Kush through the Cookies family, and it describes the strain as a favorite on the West Coast.
Sherblato Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reviewers most often describe Sherblato as tingly, hungry and relaxed, and Leafly sums up its effects as mostly calming. Its description adds a buzzy, tingly high that does not floor you for the rest of the day. SeedFinder describes a mainly physical effect that relaxes the muscles and raises the appetite, with some euphoria and creativity on top.
That makes it a good fit for evenings, a meal with friends or a slow weekend afternoon. With THC commonly in the low to mid 20s, newer consumers should start with a small amount and wait before taking more.
Sherblato Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Leafly’s reported flavors are apricot, chestnut and citrus, and its description calls the profile tart and citrusy with gassy, diesel-like notes. SeedFinder describes a very sweet, complex terpene profile, with candy, berry and citrus from the Sherbet side and sweetness, vanilla and mint from Gelato.
Leafly lists caryophyllene as the dominant terpene, followed by limonene and myrcene. Limonene lines up with the tart citrus, caryophyllene with the peppery, gassy edge, and myrcene with the soft, fruity base.
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
- Myrcene: earthy, musky and herbal, also found in mango and hops
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Sherblato
Leafly reviewers most often report headache, dry mouth and dry eyes, and SeedFinder mentions red eyes. Headaches tend to show up with heavier use, so drink water and keep the dose moderate.
With Sherblato, as with any strain, a smaller dose usually avoids anxiety or grogginess. Our cannabis safety guide covers what to do if you take too much.
Do People Use Sherblato for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often say they reach for Sherblato during anxiety (20%), depression (11%) and pain (11%), and SeedFinder notes anecdotal use for stress and pain. These are personal reports, and SeedFinder itself points out that no studies have looked at the strain’s effects.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Growing Sherblato
- Flowering: About 50–60 days
- Yield: Up to about 550 g/m² indoors
- Height: About 120 cm; around 60 cm with training in small pots
- Environment: Indoor or outdoor
SeedFinder’s listing for the Flavour Chasers version describes a feminized, indica-shaped plant with broad leaves, short internodes and a bushy, low canopy. It finishes in about 50 to 60 days and can yield up to about 550 g/m² with strong light and feeding. Plants usually reach around 120 cm, or about 60 cm when trained in small pots. The buds are small, dense and resinous, so keep humidity down late in flower, especially in damp autumn climates.
Home-grow rules depend on the state: adults can grow at home in states such as California (six plants per residence), Michigan (12 per residence) and Oregon (four per household), while Washington and Illinois allow home growing only for registered medical patients. Check your state in our cannabis laws by state guide before you plant anything.
Strains Like Sherblato
- Sunset Sherbet: its Sherbet parent
- Gelato: its Gelato parent
- Thin Mint GSC: part of Gelato’s background
- Gelato Cookies: another Gelato family dessert hybrid
- Lemon Cherry Gelato: a citrus-forward Gelato descendant
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
More Hybrid Strains to Explore
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Where to Buy Sherblato
Dispensary menus change every week, and Sherblato may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In San Diego, browse San Diego dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Klover and Wellgreens Dispensary (4337 Home Ave). In Chicago, browse Chicago dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Green Rose – Chicago and BLOC Dispensary Kedzie. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Sherblato FAQ
Is Sherblato indica or sativa?
Sherblato is a hybrid. SeedFinder calls it indica dominant, and Leafly describes its effects as mostly calming.
What is Sherblato a cross of?
Sunset Sherbet crossed with Gelato, with SeedFinder naming the Gelato #33 cut.
Who bred Sherblato?
SeedFinder credits Flavour Chasers, while Foreign Genetics Inc. sells its own selection of the same cross.
How strong is Sherblato?
SeedFinder lists about 22% THC and Leafly about 25%.
What does Sherblato taste like?
Tart citrus and candy sweetness, with apricot and a light gassy finish.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.
