Novice smoker with some questions

[David_from_Malta]

I have some questions for anyone who can help me.

I recently started smoking a cigar everyday for these last 15 days and it makes me feel confident, relaxed and enjoyable.

1. When it is the best time to smoke a cigar - in the evening after a meal?

2. Is brandy a good liquor to take with a cigar smoke? Any suggestions?

3. I prefer White Owl New Yorker cigars.....Do I have to cut off the cap as well? I am smoking them with the cap still on.

4. After smoking a cigar, during the night I end up with a terrible soar throat? How can I minimize the soarness.

Thank you.