You saw this film in the 90's possibly early 00's All you remember is that a man smuggles stolen diamonds gems in a soda container with a straw as if they where ice?

The film you’re recalling might be "The Great Escape" or a similar heist movie from that era. The scene with the man smuggling diamonds or gems in a soda container sounds reminiscent of classic caper films where clever smuggling techniques are a central plot device. This type of creative concealment often adds a twist to the story, highlighting the ingenuity of the characters involved in the heist. If you have any more details, it could help narrow it down further!