Yeah, it's red tea. I think I'd try the Emperor's Choice first, because that one I didn't sweeten. This new one with the lion, has a slight (very slight) vanilla flavor and I thought it tasted better with a little honey. So, if you don't want to have to worry about sweetening it, I'd go with Emperor's Choice.
But, either one you pick, you can't go wrong, because they're both great!