The present invention primarily relates to the use of 4-ethyl-octen-2-nitrile and/or 4-ethyl-octen-3-nitrile as fragrance. The invention further relates to novel fragrance compositions comprising 4-ethyl-octen-2/3-nitrile, perfumed products comprising 4-ethyl-octen-2/3-nitrile as well as diverse methods for imparting, modifying and/or enhancing certain scents.