Virgin Mojito

While in Mexico I was indulging on Virgin Mojito delicious refreshing lime & mint delights...I did find this recipe on returning home but sadly it wasn't quite the same although I didn't have any cane sugar so maybe that's why? Here is the recipe I tried
Makes a 12 oz cup
Ingredients:

• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1/2 of one lime, cut into pieces (This is more lime than a normal mojito to make up for the lack of rum.)
• 6 good size mint leaves
• ice
• club soda

Prepare:

Put the lime, mint, and sugar in a glass and muddle.
Fill cup with ice about 3/4 full.
Top off with club soda.
Stir with a spoon.
Garnish with fresh sugar cane if you can get some.