Sorce is an independent American fragrance house creating whimsical, imaginative perfumes inspired by creativity, emotion, and the magic of everyday experiences. Founded by self-taught perfumer Caitlin Hayes, Sorce, formerly Sorcellerie Apothecary, began with a desire to create fragrances that felt enchanting, expressive, and full of personality.

The name Sorce is connected to the Latin word “sors”, meaning fate, reflecting the brand’s belief that fragrance can be a powerful and personal experience. More than simply creating perfumes, Sorce explores the idea that scent can capture feelings, memories, dreams, and moments that are difficult to put into words.

Caitlin Hayes approaches perfumery much like writing poetry, deconstructing individual materials, understanding their nuances, and rebuilding them into compositions designed to evoke emotion. After years as a fragrance enthusiast and writer, she began creating perfumes to explore the bright, bold, and imaginative scents she wanted to experience herself, particularly expressive vanillas, fruits, gourmands, and unconventional combinations.

Hand-blended in small batches in Charlotte, North Carolina, Sorce fragrances are crafted with care and attention to detail. The brand’s small-scale approach allows for creativity, experimentation, and the freedom to create perfumes that go beyond the limitations often found in larger-scale fragrance production.

Sorce celebrates the artistry of independent perfumery through scents that are playful yet carefully composed, approachable yet distinctive. Each fragrance reflects a balance of imagination and craftsmanship, combining unexpected ideas with thoughtful perfume construction.

Built around creativity, self-expression, and community, Sorce represents the spirit of modern indie fragrance: personal, handmade, and driven by passion rather than trends. The brand continues to grow organically through its connection with fragrance lovers who appreciate unique scents created with heart and intention.

At The Perfume Apothecary, we curate Sorce perfume samples for those looking to discover independent, artistic, and hard-to-find niche fragrances. Explore a collection where imagination meets craftsmanship, and where every fragrance feels like a small piece of olfactory magic.