An embodiment of the invention is a fish scent dispenser that may be attached to any variety of fishing lure or fishing device to dispense scent derived from a scent source contained therein. A scent source can be added to a cavity defined by a base portion a lid portion of the fish scent dispenser when the portions are in an open configuration. The scent source can then be secured when the portions are in a closed configuration. The scent contained in or created by the scent source is dispersed through vents in the lid portion when the fish scent dispenser is submerged.